Butzbach

Butzbach is an urban municipality in the Wetteraukreis district of Hesse, Germany, with a historic center characterized by half-timbered houses. The town spreads across several hills and is surrounded by forested landscape, with the Wetter stream flowing through the area.

The region was settled in ancient times, and the Romans established a garrison from the 1st century onward near the present-day town square. In the Middle Ages, Butzbach developed into an important trading center that benefited from its location along the Wetter stream.

The Wendlin Chapel, the oldest half-timbered church in Hesse, stands at the southern end of Weiseler Street and shows the craftsmanship of medieval building methods. Locals and visitors value this place as a center of local faith and as a record of the region's religious traditions.

The town is best explored on foot, with the market square and surrounding streets serving as a natural starting point for visitors. Parking is available around the center, and public transport connects Butzbach to neighboring communities.

The Schrenzer Hill rises above the town landscape and contains the remains of a Roman watchtower from the 1st century. This location offers broad views over Butzbach and the surrounding area while connecting natural scenery with archaeological traces.

Location: Wetteraukreis

Elevation above the sea: 199 m

Website: https://stadt-butzbach.de

GPS coordinates: 50.43667,8.66222

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:42