Bischofsheim in der Rhön

Located at 448 meters elevation in the Rhön Mountains, Bischofsheim extends over 67 square kilometers of varied terrain near the Kreuzberg peak.

The settlement originated in the 8th century and received its first documented mention in the 13th century, connected to Saint Boniface's travel route.

The Zehntturm tower reaches 26 meters into the sky and stands as a central monument from the 13th century within the municipality.

The municipality maintains direct road connections to Bad Neustadt, situated 16 kilometers east, and Bad Kissingen, located 22 kilometers southeast.

The town encompasses several independent villages including Frankenheim, Haselbach, Oberweißenbrunn, Unterweißenbrunn, and Wegfurt within its administrative boundaries.

Location: Rhön-Grabfeld

Elevation above the sea: 448 m

Website: https://www.bischofsheim-rhoen.de/

Website: https://bischofsheim-rhoen.de

GPS coordinates: 50.40000,10.01667

Latest update: March 7, 2025 07:36