Waghäusel, Greater district town in Rhine valley, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Waghäusel is a town with three distinct districts in Baden-Württemberg, situated in the Rhine valley landscape. The townships of Kirrlach, the core town, and Wiesental form a connected settlement with a local character.
The roots of the area trace back to a monastery established in the 13th century, which served as the foundation for later growth. Over time, the separate townships developed and merged, shaping the place as it stands today.
The Pilgrimage Church of Mother with Kind Heart and the Baroque castle Eremitage are woven into the daily life and identity of the place. These structures shape how locals and visitors experience the town's character and its connection to faith and heritage.
The town connects to major transportation routes through the A5 highway at the Kronau exit and the B36 federal road. All three districts are easy to reach and explore due to their central connection points.
The town is home to the headquarters of dm-drogerie markt, the major drugstore chain that originated and operates from here. This corporate center has shaped the economic and social character of the place for decades.
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