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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.
The Marburger Schloss (or Marburg castle), also known as Landgrafenschloss Marburg, is a castle in Marburg, Hesse, Germany, located on top of Schlossberg (287 m NAP). Built in the 11th century as a fort, it became the first residence of Landgraviate of Hesse ( HRE ).
Jan 4, 2018 · Across Germany, Marburg is primarily known as a student town, which is hardly a surprise, considering that more than a third of its population is currently enrolled at the local university. The result is a lively atmosphere, good nightlife and a myriad of cafés, beer gardens and cultural events.
Apr 9, 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. Take the time to get lost in Marburg ...
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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. The UNIVERSITY is the oldest protestant university in the world, founded in 1527.
Marburg is a small historic town located in the central part of Germany, in the state of Hesse. It is situated on the river Lahn and is known for its medieval architecture, picturesque streets, and rich cultural heritage.
Marburg is a small university town north of Frankfurt in the Lahn valley, Hesse. The castle ("Landgrafenschloss") on the hill, the university's historical buildings and the old city ("Oberstadt", upper city) are the top sights of the city.
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.
Marburg is a city in Hesse, Germany, on the Lahn river. It is the main town of the Marburg-Biedenkopf Rural District. It has about 80,000 inhabitants and a small, but well-known university, the Philipps-University.
