Witzenhausen
Hesse, Germany
Small Town·Historic, Educational, Agricultural
Witzenhausen is a small yet historically rich town in the Werra-Meißner-Kreis of northeastern Hesse, Germany. Granted town rights in 1225, it has a long-standing history and was a district seat until 1974. The town is home to a satellite campus of the University of Kassel, which offers a unique ecological agricultural sciences program, making it one of Germany's smallest university towns. Witzenhausen is also famous for its cherry-growing industry and hosts the annual Kesperkirmes, or Cherry Fair, where a Cherry Queen is chosen. Additionally, it is known for the invention of the Biotonne biological refuse container, highlighting its contributions to environmental sustainability.
Highlights
- Home to a satellite campus of the University of Kassel.
- Known for the annual Cherry Fair.
- Rich history dating back to 1225.
- Invention of the Biotonne biological refuse container.
- Important cherry-growing region.
Things to consider before traveling to Witzenhausen
- Close access to the University of Kassel's satellite campus.
- Rich cherry-growing region with annual festivals.