Westenfeld

Coordinates: 50°26′N 10°30′E / 50.433°N 10.500°E / 50.433; 10.500
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Westenfeld
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Westenfeld is located in Germany
Westenfeld
Westenfeld
Westenfeld is located in Thuringia
Westenfeld
Westenfeld
Coordinates: 50°26′N 10°30′E / 50.433°N 10.500°E / 50.433; 10.500
CountryGermany
StateThuringia
DistrictHildburghausen
TownRömhild
Area
 • Total8.00 km2 (3.09 sq mi)
Elevation
327 m (1,073 ft)
Population
 (2011-12-31)
 • Total380
 • Density48/km2 (120/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+02:00 (CEST)
Postal codes
98631
Dialling codes036948
Vehicle registrationHBN
Websitewww.roemhild.info
Church of Westenfeld

Westenfeld is a village and a former municipality located in the district of Hildburghausen, in Thuringia, Germany.[1] However, since 31 December 2012, it has been incorporated into the town of Römhild.

History[edit]

The village was first mentioned in 871. The site originally belonged to the Fulda monastery, and later, it came under the possession of the Vessra Abbey. In 1634, Westenfeld was sacked and set on fire during historical events. The village church's history dates back to 1185, and the current structure was built in 1579. Notably, the baptismal font dates back to the 16th Century, while the first bell is from 1777 (crafted by J.A. Mayer, Coburg), and the second bell is from 1850 (crafted by R. Mayer, Rudolstadt).

Additionally, Westenfeld is home to a Historical Museum.

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References[edit]

  1. ^ "Bochum - Westenfeld driving directions - journey, distance, time and costs – ViaMichelin". www.viamichelin.com. Retrieved 2024-02-12.