Bayreuth

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Bayreuth

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Bayreuth is a town in northern Bavaria, Germany, situated in a valley between the Franconian Jura and the Fichtel Mountains. It is the capital of Upper Franconia and is globally renowned for hosting the annual festival dedicated to the works of Richard Wagner. The town's origins trace back to the 12th century under the counts of Andechs.

Statistics

Area

66.89 km²

Population

74,907

Location