Pohlheim, town in Landkreis Gießen in Hesse, Germany
Pohlheim is a small urban municipality in the Gießen district of Hesse. It consists of several villages located close together and within walking distance, giving it the feel of separate communities joined as one town.
Pohlheim takes its name from pile dwellings dating to Roman times, connected to the Limes, the Roman border defense system. In medieval times, various towers like the Grüninger Warte served as watchtowers to defend the area.
The name Pohlheim comes from ancient times and refers to pile dwellings that once stood in this area. The town preserves these historical connections today through its old buildings and the residents' care for the stories of their home.
The town is easy to reach by car or train and sits close to larger cities. You can walk comfortably between the different villages and explore the historic sites and parks at your own pace.
The Heimatkanzel, built in 1929 by Professor Robert Sommer, is a small viewing tower overlooking the town and surrounding countryside. This structure blends one person's passion for history and walking with the life of the community.
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