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Marburg (German pronunciation: [ˈmaːɐ̯bʊʁk] or [ˈmaʁbʊʁk] ⓘ) is a university town in the German federal state (Bundesland) of Hesse, capital of the Marburg-Biedenkopf district (Landkreis). The town area spreads along the valley of the river Lahn and has a population of approximately 76,000.
- 123.92 km² (47.85 sq mi)
- Marburg-Biedenkopf
Apr 9, 2023 · Anwesha Ray 09 April 2023. The small, vibrant university town of Marburg is known for its quintessentially German medieval flair. Whether you want to walk in the steps of the Grimm Brothers and relive childhood fairy tales, or take in the town’s history with a visit to the romantic Marburg Castle, there’s something for everyone.
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- Marburg Castle. Share. Towering on a hill at Marburg’s city centre is the Landgrave Castle. Besides the panoramic views you have over the city from up there, guided tours in summer grant an in-depth look into the past and present of the 1248 fort.
- Kaiser Wilhelm Tower. Share. The Kaiser Wilhelm Tower soars 36 metres (118 feet) on a Lahn hillside. The tower, built between 1887 and 1890, is popular for the panoramic views of the city and the castle.
- Elevators. Share. A trip to Marburg’s hilly Oberstadt can quickly turn into a sweat-inducing venture, especially if you’re using a wheelchair or are pushing a stroller, but there’s a clever shortcut you should know about.
- Castle Rauischholzhausen. Share. If you go a mere 15 kilometres (nine miles) east of Marburg, you will find the small town of Rauischholzhausen. Apart from the entertainment you get out of trying to pronounce the tongue-twisting name, the village is known for an imposing 1871 castle with large parks and gardens surrounding it.
- Darlene B. Canyon, TX7 contributions. Charming. Marburg is a charming town to visit (and it is just a short train trip from Frankfurt (be sure to get on the right car, though)
- Christopher G. Mumbai, India 190 contributions. Interesting Town! Travelled to Marburg,Germany for a day to visit a student relative, found it to be very quaint little European town.
- Cloud. Frankfurt, Germany 609 contributions. Nice building. This building is situated on the top of a hill, and in winter is surrounded by fog so that it emanates a romantic touch.
- Gidons51. Herzliya, Israel 4,333 contributions. The old botanical garden in city center. The old botanical garden is situated by the new university library and near to st Elizabeth church .
On a steep hill rising up from the river Lahn... ...this charming city is crowned by an imposing castle. Situated midway between the cities of Frankfurt and Kassel, with a history stretching back over 800 years, marburg is today a lively student city with a qUAINT medieval core.
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Sep 14, 2023 · 1. Marburg Castle is a majestic hilltop fortress located in the city of Marburg, Germany. What to see or do: Visitors can explore the castle’s historical and impressive architecture, courtyards, and gardens. You can also witness the beautiful panoramic views of Marburg and the surrounding landscapes.
Marburg, city, Hessen Land (state), central Germany. It lies on the Lahn River north of Frankfurt am Main. The name Marburg (meaning “Frontier Fortress”) was first used in 1130, when the site belonged to the landgraves of Thuringia. Chartered, according to tradition, in 1211, it became the seat of.
