Wunsiedel (district)
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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