Dorfen

Dorfen is a municipal town in the Erding district of Bavaria, located roughly 50 kilometers east of Munich. It spreads across an area of approximately 99 square kilometers and serves as the administrative center for the region.

The settlement has medieval roots and evolved into a significant administrative hub within the Bavarian region. This development shaped local governance structures and established it as a key center for regional affairs.

The town displays its Bavarian character through local markets and festivals where residents gather around regional crafts and food traditions. These events shape community life and reflect a connection to local customs.

The town is accessible by rail via the Munich-Mühldorf line, offering direct connections to larger cities. The town center concentrates administrative facilities and serves as the hub for local services, identified by postal code 84405.

The region blends industrial operations with agricultural activities, creating a dual economic character. Manufacturing plants and farms coexist and define the surrounding landscape together.

Location: Erding

Elevation above the sea: 465 m

Shares border with: Lengdorf, Taufkirchen (Vils)

Website: https://dorfen.de

GPS coordinates: 48.27278,12.15055

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:12