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Philippsthal

Hesse, Germany · Europe

About Philippsthal

Philippsthal is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Völkershausen, 25km from Wartburg Castle.

Philippsthal is a town located in Hesse, Germany. With a population of 4,570, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Philippsthal sits in Germany, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Berlin time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Philippsthal to your route.

About Philippsthal

Philippsthal (German pronunciation: [ˈfɪlɪpstaːl]) is a market community in Hersfeld-Rotenburg district in eastern Hesse, Germany, right at the boundary with Thuringia.

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Where is Philippsthal located?

Philippsthal is located in Hesse, Germany, Europe. The coordinates are 50.8395 latitude, 10.0091 longitude.

What is the population of Philippsthal?

Philippsthal has a population of approximately 4,570 people, making it a town in Germany.

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Quick Information

Population
4,570
Continent
Europe
Country
Germany
Region
Hesse
Timezone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
50.8395, 10.0091

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Germany

Police
110
Ambulance
112
Fire
112
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ADAC roadside assistance: +49 89 22 22 22. No general speed limit on some autobahn sections but advisory 130 km/h.

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Worth the detour from Philippsthal

1 notable place within an hour's drive.

castle

Wartburg Castle

A medieval castle in Thuringia where Martin Luther translated the New Testament into German, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

25 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Philippsthal

  • 73 kmSchottenringA German road circuit in the Vogelsberg hills that hosted motorcycle Grands Prix in the 1950s, notorious for its narrow, tree-lined public roads. Still used for historic events and drivable in between.

Driving in Germany

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.78/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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