Wunsiedel

Wunsiedel is a district capital in northeastern Bavaria situated at 525 meters elevation in the Fichtel Mountains. The town is surrounded by forests and rocky outcrops that define the landscape of Upper Franconia.

The name comes from 'Wunne' meaning glades and 'Sedel' meaning noble seat, first documented in 1163. The settlement grew into an important administrative center for the region over the following centuries.

The Luisenburg Rock Labyrinth nearby features Germany's first natural theater, where performances take place among granite formations. Visitors can walk through the boulders and see how nature itself became a stage for entertainment.

The town connects to nearby places through regional trains and buses, making it a good base for exploring the surrounding area. Vehicles display the WUN registration code that identifies the district.

The town implemented a hydrogen-based energy storage system for the municipal power grid, pioneering renewable energy technology. This system allows the community to store excess energy from renewable sources for later use.

Location: Wunsiedel

Elevation above the sea: 525 m

Shares border with: Tröstau, Röslau, Höchstädt im Fichtelgebirge, Thiersheim, Marktredwitz, Bad Alexandersbad, Tröstauer Forst-Ost

Website: http://wunsiedel.de

GPS coordinates: 50.03732,12.00273

Latest update: December 12, 2025 18:12