Kahla

Kahla is a municipality situated along the Saale River in Thuringia, covering about 8 square kilometers. The town sits at an elevation of 177 meters and stretches along the riverbanks with their characteristic features.

The town belonged to Landkreis Stadtroda until 1950, then transferred to Kreis Jena-Land before moving to its current district in 1994. These administrative changes shaped the municipality's development over the decades.

Johann Walter, a composer who worked with Martin Luther, came from this town in Thuringia. His connection to the place remains part of the local identity.

The administrative center is located on Markt Street with postal code 07768. Visitors can easily explore the area on foot and access local services in the town center.

Near the town are the Dohlenstein and Pfaffenberg nature reserves, which offer hiking trails and access to undisturbed natural areas. These reserves are among the less familiar spots in the region that people seeking peace will discover.

Location: Saale-Holzland-Kreis

Elevation above the sea: 177 m

Website: https://kahla.de

GPS coordinates: 50.80083,11.58750

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:00