Frau-Nauses

Frau-Nauses is a cadastral district spanning parts of Wiebelsbach and Groß-Umstadt in the Odenwald region. The land consists of numerous small parcels that include meadows, forests, and farmland scattered across gently rolling terrain.

The area first appeared in records in 1359 as Nydern-Nauwesse and was renamed Frauwennusaß in 1454 due to ties with a women's monastery. This change in name shows how religious institutions shaped the identity of settlements in the region.

The area maintains strong agricultural traditions with five active farms operating within its boundaries, contributing to the preservation of rural practices in Hessen.

The district connects to the wider region via Bundesstraße 45 to the north and railway infrastructure. Getting around depends on local roads and paths that vary by season and weather conditions.

A nature reserve with sandstone quarries provides nesting sites for peregrine falcons and eagle-owls in its rock faces. These rare birds have adapted to use the rugged stone landscape for breeding.

Location: Wiebelsbach

Location: Groß-Umstadt

Elevation above the sea: 243 m

GPS coordinates: 49.82360,8.96246

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:45