Wunsiedel (district)

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Wunsiedel (district)

Name

Wunsiedel (district)

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Region / Subdivision

Summary

Wunsiedel is a district in northeastern Bavaria, Germany, bordering Tirschenreuth, Bayreuth, and Hof. The district is situated in the Fichtel Mountains, known for the 1,051m high Schneeberg. It was formed in 1972 through mergers with Marktredwitz and Selb.

Statistics

Area

46,048.37 km²

Population

87,941

Location