Runkel

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Runkel

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Runkel is a town situated on the Lahn river in Hesse, Germany, within the Limburg-Weilburg district. The town's history traces back to 1159 with the mention of Siegfried von Runkel, who likely constructed Runkel Castle. Throughout its history, Runkel experienced family disputes and destruction during the Thirty Years' War.

Statistics

Area

43.71 km²

Population

9,518

Location