Wœrth

Wœrth or Woerth is a commune in the department and region of north-eastern . The town, which lies some 40 km north of , is known for being the site of the Battle of Wörth, which took place on 6 August 1870 in the opening stages of the Franco-Prussian War. has housed the mairie since 1977.

Places of Interest

Highlights include Château de Wœrth and Château de Frœschwiller.

Castle
is a castle in the commune of , in the department of , , France. It currently houses the mairie and a museum. It is a listed historical monument since 2002.

Castle
is a château in the commune of , in the department of , , France. Built in 1890, it became a Monument historique in 2009.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Mitschdorf and Mattstall.

Hamlet
is a hamlet.

Village
Photo: PiRK, Public domain.
is a village, which is situated 5 km north of Wœrth.

Wœrth

Latitude
48.9389° or 48° 56′ 20″ north
Longitude
7.7458° or 7° 44′ 45″ east
Population
1,740
Elevation
170 metres (558 feet)
Open location code
8FW9WPQW+H8
Geo­Names ID
6614940
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