Waldshut-Tiengen, District capital in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Description
Waldshut-Tiengen is a double town on the southern bank of the Rhine in Baden-Württemberg, directly at the Swiss border. Both parts have separate historic centers with gates, towers, and medieval lanes connected by a linking road.
History
The two towns of Waldshut and Tiengen existed as independent places for centuries before they merged administratively in 1975. Both cores were fortified medieval towns with their own walls, gates, and political structures.
Culture
Since the merger both town centers continue to function independently, connected by a road about 2.5 miles (4 km) long. Each part preserves its own identity with separate markets, festivals, and shops that reflect the dual character of the municipality.
Practical
The town lies on the Hochrheinbahn railway line and offers train connections to Germany and Switzerland, with border crossings accessible for pedestrians and vehicles. Both centers can be explored on foot, though the distance between them is about 2.5 miles (4 km).
Did you know?
The municipality borders three Swiss cantons directly, making it one of the few places in Germany with such a wide cross-border connection. Many residents commute daily across the border for work, shaping daily life here.
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