Idstein

The center of Idstein contains colored timber-frame buildings, narrow cobblestone streets, and a 12th-century watchtower called Hexenturm rising above the rooftops.

The town received its charter from King Rudolph of Habsburg in 1287 and later became an administrative center under the governance of the House of Nassau.

The Unionskirche church displays Flemish painter Michael Angelo Immenraedt works from the 17th century, depicting biblical scenes across its interior walls and ceiling.

Two railway stations connect Idstein to Frankfurt, Wiesbaden, and Limburg an der Lahn, while the A3 motorway provides direct vehicle access from major cities.

The Killingerhaus from 1615 features detailed wood carvings and colored decorations, now serving as the town tourist information center.

Location: Rheingau-Taunus-Kreis

Location: Hesse-Nassau

Location: Duchy of Nassau

Elevation above the sea: 266 m

Website: https://www.idstein.de/

Shares border with: Taunusstein, Hünstetten, Niedernhausen

Website: https://idstein.de

GPS coordinates: 50.22056,8.26917

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:31