Bosseborn, Village district in Höxter, Germany.
Bosseborn is a village district in Höxter, Germany, sitting at an elevation of 305 meters on the western slopes of the Weser Mountains and surrounded by dense forests. A few streets run through the settlement, which spreads along gentle hills and meadows where residential houses and farmland shape the character.
The settlement was first documented in the 10th century under the name Boffesburium and retained its rural character for centuries. Since January 1, 1970, the village has been part of the city of Höxter and became its smallest incorporated district.
The church dedicated to the Assumption of Mary takes its name from a feast day celebrated in August, when Catholics commemorate Mary's ascent to heaven. Sunday services and local gatherings bring neighbors together under the same roof their ancestors used for worship.
The regional road L890 runs from Ottbergen through the village to Ovenhausen, allowing visitors to explore the area by car. The county road K18 connects the district to central Höxter, making short trips into town straightforward and easy.
The community has around 530 residents, making it the smallest district in Höxter and giving the place a compact, village feel. Despite its size, a close neighborhood has persisted across generations, where most inhabitants know each other personally.
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