Wachhaus

Wachhaus is a castle in , , . Wachhaus is situated nearby to the scenic viewpoint , as well as near .
  • Type: Castle
  • Also known as: “Schänke”
  • Roof shape: hipped

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Fortress Marienberg and Lower Franconian Museum.

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Marienberg Fortress is a prominent landmark on the left bank of the river in , in the region of , . It is a symbol of Würzburg and served as a home of the local prince-bishops for nearly five centuries.

Museum
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Church
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The , Würzburg is a chapel located in the inner court of in , . The first Christian church at this location was built in 706 by Duke Hedan II. is situated 240 metres east of Wachhaus.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Altstadt (Würzburg) and Höchberg.

Suburb
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is a suburb.

Town
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is a municipality in the district of in , . borders, in the east, directly on the city of Würzburg. consists of two main urban areas: Altort and Hexenbruch. is situated 3 km west of Wachhaus.

Suburb
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is a suburb, which is situated 3½ km southeast of Wachhaus.

Wachhaus

Latitude
49.79016° or 49° 47′ 25″ north
Longitude
9.91797° or 9° 55′ 5″ east
Levels
1
Height
7 metres (23 feet)
Open location code
8FXFQWR9+35
Open­Street­Map ID
way 116709120
Open­Street­Map feature
building=­castle
Open­Street­Map attribute
roof-shape=­hipped
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