Mühlhausen, Thuringia

Mühlhausen, Thuringia, Germany
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Author: Michael Sander


Mühlhausen is a town on the river Unstrut, in Thuringia, Germany. The town occupies an area of 86 sq km (33 sq mi) and has a population of 36,000 people (2012 estimate).

With its history going back to AD 925, Mühlhausen counts itself as among the oldest towns in the state. The town achieved its peak of glory between the 13th and 15th century. The Holy Roman Empire even held its Imperial Diet there in 1135.

By the 18th century, the influence of Mühlhausen has waned. This was brought about by the devastating Thirty Years' War of 1618-1648 and the Seven Years' War of 1756-1763. In 1802 it was annexed into Prussia, but was transfered to the Kingdom of Westphalia in 1807, only to return to Prussian rule in 1815. Mühlhausen became part of East Germany following the Second World War, until reunification was achieved in 1990.

Marienkirche Mühlhausen
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Author: Michael Sander

How to go to Mühlhausen

Mühlhausen is located to the northwest of Erfurt. From there, take Highway 4 heading northwest then connect to Highway 176. At Bad Langensalza, continue on Highway 247 to reach Mühlhausen.

Places of Interest in Mühlhausen

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