Wunsiedel

Wunsiedel is an administrative district in Upper Franconia, Bavaria, spanning the Fichtel Mountains region with seventeen municipalities and extensive forest cover. The landscape sits at varying elevations within a mountainous terrain characterized by forested areas and rolling hills.

The district was established on July 1, 1862, and underwent major expansion during the 1972 Bavarian administrative reforms. The incorporation of Marktredwitz and Selb into the district during this period shaped its current boundaries and structure.

The coat of arms displays an eagle for Marktredwitz and a deer antler for Selb, symbols you notice on local buildings and official signs. These emblems shape how residents think about their towns and their place within the wider district.

The area uses multiple vehicle registration codes depending on the specific municipality: WUN, MAK, REH, and SEL. Time follows Central European standard, with UTC+01:00 in winter and UTC+02:00 during summer months.

The Ohře River originates within the district and flows through several municipalities before continuing beyond its borders. This waterway connects different parts of the region and shapes the natural geography visitors see.

Location: Upper Franconia

Inception: July 1, 1862

Capital city: Wunsiedel

Elevation above the sea: 558 m

Shares border with: Tirschenreuth, Bayreuth, Hof, Cheb District

Website: http://landkreis-wunsiedel.de

GPS coordinates: 50.09000,12.04000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:25