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Rotenburg an der Fulda, Germany

Hesse · Germany

Rotenburg an der Fulda is a small city in Hesse, Germany with a population of 13,959. Elevation: 617 ft (188 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
13,959 Population 351/sq mi density
617 ft Elevation 188 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
28.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,906 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$28,906 median income
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,800 home value, $394/mo rent

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About Rotenburg an der Fulda

Rotenburg an der Fulda

Rotenburg an der Fulda is a town in Hersfeld-Rotenburg district in northeastern Hesse, in central Germany, situated, as the name says, on the river Fulda.

People

Population13,959
Density351/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,906

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,800
Rent$394
Ownership52.9%
Housing Units5,584

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Population13,959
Population Density351 / sq mi
Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Coordinates50.9956°, 9.7284°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceHesse
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation28.0 inches (711 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.5 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$28,906

About Rotenburg an der Fulda

Rotenburg an der Fulda is a small city in Germany (Hesse) with a population of 13,959. The city sits at an elevation of 617 feet (188 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.

The median household income in Rotenburg an der Fulda is $28,906, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 544 business establishments.

Income: Rotenburg an der Fulda vs Germany

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Income

Median HH Income$28,906
62% below Germany avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)544

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rotenburg an der Fulda is $78,800, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $394 (66% below the national average of $1,163). 52.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,584 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,800
72% below Germany avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$394
66% below Germany avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership52.9%
Owner-Occupied52.9%
Renter-Occupied47.1%
Housing Units5,584

Property Tax

Climate in Rotenburg an der Fulda

Rotenburg an der Fulda has an average annual temperature of 8.9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.6°C), the coldest is Jan (0.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 683 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.6°C / 33°F -2.3° / 3.4° 51.9
Feb 1.4°C / 35°F -2.3° / 5° 44.4
Mar 4.6°C / 40°F -0.1° / 9.4° 47.4
Apr 8.2°C / 47°F 2.1° / 14.4° 42.4
May 12.3°C / 54°F 6.1° / 18.5° 67.5
Jun 15.8°C / 60°F 9.6° / 22° 63.8
Jul 17.6°C / 64°F 11.4° / 23.7° 81.4
Aug 17.4°C / 63°F 11.2° / 23.7° 67.7
Sep 13.4°C / 56°F 7.7° / 19.2° 49.6
Oct 9.2°C / 49°F 4.8° / 13.6° 50.7
Nov 4.9°C / 41°F 1.8° / 7.9° 56.9
Dec 1.7°C / 35°F -0.8° / 4.2° 59.5
Rotenburg an der Fulda experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 285 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 617 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below Germany avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Area39.8 sq mi (103.1 km²)
Population Density351/sq mi
Coordinates50.9956°N, 9.7284°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.0"
26% below Germany avg
Snowfall 6.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.4 on Jun 29, 2010.

Sep 11, 1996 3 km ESE of Barnstädt, Germany M4.9 141 km
Nov 29, 1997 6 km SE of Burgschwalbach, Germany M4.3 139 km
Nov 29, 1997 7 km N of Taunusstein, Germany M3.9 141 km
May 26, 1990 1 km SE of Steinbach am Taunus, Germany M3.8 123 km
May 29, 1990 0 km ENE of Bad Soden am Taunus, Germany M3.5 128 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km E of Bad Bocklet, Germany M3.4 86 km
Jun 29, 2010 3 km NW of Hochheim am Main, Germany M3.4 147 km
Nov 10, 1997 2 km S of Münnerstadt, Germany M3.3 92 km
Dec 18, 1998 2 km SSE of Wiesbaden, Germany M3.3 147 km
May 6, 1991 4 km S of Groß-Umstadt, Germany M3.2 142 km
May 4, 2004 3 km NNW of Frankfurt am Main, Germany M3.2 121 km
Sep 18, 1998 0 km ESE of Fröndenberg, Germany M3.2 146 km
Feb 25, 1996 Germany M3.1 130 km
Jul 22, 1998 6 km W of Welver, Germany M3.1 146 km
Sep 23, 1999 3 km N of Wickede, Germany M3.1 143 km
Jul 17, 1998 3 km WNW of Fröndenberg, Germany M3.0 150 km
May 4, 1991 1 km S of Gemünden am Main, Germany M3.0 107 km
Mar 30, 1995 3 km SSE of Badenhausen, Germany M3.0 89 km
Mar 5, 2004 3 km NNW of Oberursel, Germany M3.0 118 km
Dec 27, 1996 1 km NNE of Groß-Bieberau, Germany M3.0 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.5 in

Rotenburg an der Fulda has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 32°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Rotenburg an der Fulda

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Jakob-Grimm-Schule
Albert-Schweitzer-Schule (Grundschule)
Jakob-Grimm-Schule (Förderstufe)
BKK Akademie
Studienzentrum der Finanzverwaltung und Justiz
Heirich-Auel-Schule (Förderschule)
SchuB
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Radio Stations near Rotenburg an der Fulda

46 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO BOB - Power Metal metal, power metal MP3
RADIO BOB - Blues [mp3 | 192 kbps] 1920s, 1960s MP3
EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Piano ambient, ambiental MP3 192 kbps
Radio BOB - Nu Metal (mp3 192) metal, nu metal MP3
Radio Bob - Classic Rock MP3
RADIO BOB - 70er Rock [aac | 64 kbps] 1970s, classic rock AAC
RADIO BOB - Southern Rock [aac | 64 kbps] alternative, blues AAC
hr1 Nordhessen adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
hr3 Nordhessen pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio BOB - Nu Metal (aac 64) metal, nu metal AAC
RADIO BOB - 70er Rock [mp3 | 192 kbps] 1970s, classic rock MP3
Radio Bob rock/hardrock MP3
RADIO BOB! 2000er Rock [64 kbit/s AAC] alternative rock, emo AAC
Radio bob AAC
RADIO BOB - Blues [aac | 64 kbps] 1920s, 1960s AAC
Technolovers EURODANCE 80's, 80er MP3 192 kbps
EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Study adult contemporary, ambient MP3 192 kbps
EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Background Music chill, chillout MP3 192 kbps
Freies Radio Kassel MP3 170 kbps
Radio Bob - Mittelalter Rock MP3
hr3 Osthessen pop MP3 128 kbps
RADIO BOB - Chillout Unplugged Songs [mp3 | 192 kbps] aor, art rock MP3
RADIO BOB - Roadtrip classic rock, hard rock MP3
hr4 Nordhessen oldies, volksmusik MP3 128 kbps
RADIO BOB - Newcomer new rock, newcomer MP3
Epic Lounge - GAMING LOUNGE ambient, ambient and relaxation music MP3 192 kbps
Technolovers TRANCE melodic trance, progressive trance MP3 192 kbps
RADIO BOB! Rockparty metal, rock MP3
hr4 Osthessen oldies, schlager MP3 128 kbps
Technolovers BIG ROOM big room, bigroom MP3 192 kbps
FMRausch: FM Rausch Radio ambient, avantgarde MP3 128 kbps
Radio BOB! National (192kbps) 80s, 90s MP3
RADIO BOB! DONOTS MP3
Radio Bob - Country country MP3
energy 93 eurodance MP3 128 kbps
Radio Bob! Britpop MP3
Lumbung radio alternative, arts MP3 128 kbps
Radio Bob - Women of Rock rock, women MP3
RADIO BOB - Chillout Unplugged Songs [aac | 64 kbps] aor, art rock AAC
RADIO BOB - Southern Rock [mp3 | 192 kbps] alternative, blues MP3
Radio RFM (Rundfunk Meissner e.V.) community radio OGG 96 kbps
Noise On FM dance, house MP3 128 kbps
SCHLAGER 70er, kult MP3 128 kbps
Epic Lounge - WORKDAY LOUNGE ambient and relaxation music, chillout MP3 192 kbps
Chillout Archiv chillout, lounge MP3 128 kbps
hr1 Osthessen adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Rotenburg an der Fulda

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bergbaumuseum
Brauereimuseum Malsfeld
Cornberger Sandsteinmuseum
Dauerausstellung Bahnhof Bebra
Eisenbahnfreunde Bebra e.V.
Grube Gustav
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum Karl Schmidt
Heimatmuseum Spangenberg
Heimatmuseum Wichte
Holleum
Hugenottenhaus
Jüdisches Museum, Mikwe
Konrad-Duden-Museum
Korbmachermuseum Beiseförth
Kreisheimatmuseum Rotenburg
Lebendiges Bienenmuseum Knüllwald
Puppen- und Spielzeugmuseum
Scheune an der Aula
Stadtmuseum
Trink Wasser! Museum Germerode
Waldwichtelhaus
Wortreich

Libraries in Rotenburg an der Fulda

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gemeindebücherei0.0
Medienzentrum Hersfeld Rotenburg0.0
Stadtbibliothek Bad Hersfeld0.0
StadtBücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei Waldkappel0.0

Farmers Markets in Rotenburg an der Fulda

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Eulenmarkt
Imkerei Hollibienen
Linggplatz
Rotenburg an der Fulda

Hotels in Rotenburg an der Fulda

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BKK Akademie
Göbel's Hotel Rodenberg
Hof Guttels
Hotel Landhaus Silbertanne
Posthotel Rotenburg

Restaurants in Rotenburg an der Fulda

14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Am Laterndl
Aphrodite
Biermanufaktur Rotenburg
Fantasia Grill Bistro
Gut Allendorf
Hof Guttels
Hof Hafermas
Nori
Platzhirsch
Poseidon
Ristorante Pizzeria Bacco
Ristorante Rialto
Shang-Hai
Uthai Imbiss

Cafes in Rotenburg an der Fulda

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caféteria-Gelateria Zulian
Emanuele De Fanti
House Adell
Neustadt Eckchen
Taqsim Cafe
ZUMBIS

Castles in Rotenburg an der Fulda

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Landgräfliches Schloss

Zoos in Rotenburg an der Fulda

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wildpark Rotenburg

Dentists in Rotenburg an der Fulda

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Annemarie Stößen & Dr. Karsten Rübeling
Zahnzentrum Rotenburg

Gas Stations in Rotenburg an der Fulda

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Q1 Shop
Shell
Tankshop Heyer

Banks in Rotenburg an der Fulda

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sparkasse
VR-Bankverein Bad Hersfeld-Rotenburg Zweigniederlassung der Volksbank Mittelhessen eG

Shopping Malls in Rotenburg an der Fulda

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rotenburg Center

Breweries in Rotenburg an der Fulda

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Fuldabrücker Landbrauerei
Fuldabrücker Landbrauerei
Fuldabrücker Landbrauerei
Fuldabrücker Landbrauerei

Stadiums & Teams in Rotenburg an der Fulda

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Airports Near Rotenburg an der Fulda

48 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kassel AirportKSFLarge Airport
Fritzlar Army AirfieldFRZMedium Airport
Alsfeld AirfieldSmall Airport
Am Kreuzberg Glider AirfieldSmall Airport
Aue bei Hattorf AirfieldSmall Airport
Auf der Schaufel Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Bad Hersfeld AirfieldSmall Airport
Bad Königshofen AirfieldSmall Airport
Bad Neustadt/Saale-Grasberg AirfieldSmall Airport
Bischofsberg AirfieldSmall Airport
Brakel AirfieldSmall Airport
Büchig AirfieldSmall Airport
Dehausen AirfieldSmall Airport
Der Dingel AirfieldSmall Airport
Dolmar AirfieldSmall Airport
Dornberg-Sontra AirfieldSmall Airport
Edermünde-Grifte AirfieldSmall Airport
Eichsfeld AirfieldSmall Airport
Flugplatz „Graner Berg“Small Airport
Fulda-Jossa AirfieldSmall Airport
Gedern Glider FieldSmall Airport
Hessisch Lichtenau AirfieldSmall Airport
Hoherodskopf AirfieldSmall Airport
Hölleberg AirfieldSmall Airport
Homberg (Ohm) AirfieldSmall Airport
Huhnrain AirfieldSmall Airport
Johannisau Glider FieldSmall Airport
Kreuzebra Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Langenberg AirfieldSmall Airport
Lauterbach AirfieldSmall Airport
Mengeringhausen AirfieldSmall Airport
Mosenberg AirfeldSmall Airport
Nidda AirfieldSmall Airport
Northeim AirfieldSmall Airport
Oberleichtersbach AirfieldSmall Airport
Plätzer AirfieldSmall Airport
Schotten AirfieldSmall Airport
Stauffenbühl AirfieldSmall Airport
Sultmer Berg AirfieldSmall Airport
Uslar AirfieldSmall Airport
Waldeck AirfieldSmall Airport
Warburg-Am Heinberg AirfieldSmall Airport
Wasserkuppe AirfieldSmall Airport
Weidberg-Kaltenwestheim Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Weper AirfieldSmall Airport
Witzenhausen-Burgberg Glider FieldSmall Airport
Ziegenhain-Der Ring AirfieldSmall Airport
Zierenberg AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Rotenburg an der Fulda

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
DHL Paketshop
GLS Paket Shop

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rotenburg an der Fulda

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christus der Erlöser
Ev. Kirche Oberthalhausen
Evang. Chrischona Gemeinde Braach
Evangelische Kirche
Evangelische Kirche Niederthalhausen
Evangelische Kirche Schwarzenhasel
Jakobikirche
Königreichsaal der Zeugen Jehova
Martin-Luther-Kirche
Stiftskirche
Trauerhalle

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Berlin

🇩🇪 About Germany

Capital Berlin
Population 82,927,922
Area 357,021 km²
GDP (USD) $4,562,207,532,490
GDP per capita $54,777
HDI 0.950
Life expectancy 80.5 years
Internet users 92.5%
Urban population 81.9%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages German
Calling code +49
TLD .de
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Germany

19 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Neujahr
Jan 6 Epiphany Heilige Drei Könige
Mar 8 International Women's Day Internationaler Frauentag
Apr 3 Good Friday Karfreitag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Ostersonntag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Ostermontag
May 1 Labour Day Tag der Arbeit
May 14 Ascension Day Christi Himmelfahrt
May 24 Pentecost Pfingstsonntag
May 25 Whit Monday Pfingstmontag
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Fronleichnam
Aug 15 Assumption Day Mariä Himmelfahrt
Sep 20 World Children's Day Weltkindertag
Oct 3 German Unity Day Tag der Deutschen Einheit
Oct 31 Reformation Day Reformationstag
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Allerheiligen
Nov 18 Repentance and Prayer Day Buß- und Bettag
Dec 25 Christmas Day Erster Weihnachtstag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Zweiter Weihnachtstag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rotenburg an der Fulda

What is the population of Rotenburg an der Fulda?

Rotenburg an der Fulda has a population of 13,959 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 351 people per square mile, spread across 39.8 square miles.

Is Rotenburg an der Fulda expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,906, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $78,800 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $394 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Rotenburg an der Fulda?

Rotenburg an der Fulda has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.0 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rotenburg an der Fulda?

There are 544 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rotenburg an der Fulda?

The median home value in Rotenburg an der Fulda is $78,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $394. The homeownership rate is 52.9%.

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