Breitenbach, Rural commune in Bas-Rhin, France.
Breitenbach is located at 633 meters elevation in the Grand Est region, covering 11.73 square kilometers with forests comprising 80.1 percent of its territory.
The commune has medieval origins dating back to the 12th century, with its name derived from the German term meaning wide stream.
The village maintains traditional Alsatian heritage through local festivals, craft traditions, and the 18th-century Saint-Gall church with its distinctive architecture.
The town hall is situated at 4 place de l'Église with postal code 67220, accessible via mountain passes connecting to surrounding areas.
Breitenbach experienced significant population fluctuations from over 1,300 inhabitants in the 19th century to its current 675 residents in 2022.
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