Oberreifenberg, Mountain settlement district in Schmitten im Taunus, Germany
Oberreifenberg is a mountain settlement district in the Taunus range, situated on forested slopes at an elevation of 605 meters. The area covers roughly 3.83 square kilometers and is characterized by wooded terrain and rural settlement patterns typical of the region.
The area developed around Reifenberg Castle, first mentioned in records in 1331, which marked the beginning of settlement in this elevated region. This fortified stronghold became the foundation for how the community grew over the centuries that followed.
The St. Gertrudis Chapel stands in the settlement and reflects the area's connection to medieval nobility. Visitors can sense how a single family shaped the character and development of this mountain community.
Visitors can enjoy hiking through forested mountain terrain with well-maintained paths and clear directions throughout the area. The Fritz Emmel Youth Hostel nearby offers accommodation for groups and serves as a good base for exploring the wider Taunus region.
The coat of arms features three diagonal red stripes on a silver background, a heraldic symbol inherited directly from the medieval Reifenberg nobility. This distinctive heraldry is uncommon in the Taunus region and reflects how deeply the family's legacy remains embedded in the community's identity.
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