Wiesbaden, Hesse's state capital, lies at the southern edge of the Taunus at an average elevation of 122 meters above sea level. The inner city sits at 115–130 m; to the north the Taunus mountains rise to 879 m (Großer Feldberg). Wiesbaden has 26 hot thermal springs (up to 66°C) and was one of the 19th century's most fashionable spa resorts.
That works out to roughly 400 feet above sea level. The nearby cities compared on this page average 113 m, putting Wiesbaden roughly on par with them.
Quick Facts
| Elevation (above sea level) | 122 m |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 50.0782° N, 8.2398° E |
| Country | Germany |
| Continent | Europe |
Compare elevations – nearby cities
| City | Elevation (m) | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Mainz | 122 | Germany |
| Frankfurt | 103 | Germany |
| Heidelberg | 121 | Germany |
| Mannheim | 104 | Germany |
Cities with a similar elevation
The following cities sit at an elevation similar to Wiesbaden (122 m above sea level):
| City | Elevation (m) | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Karlsruhe | 122 | Germany |
| Bielefeld | 124 | Germany |
| Leipzig | 113 | Germany |
| Dresden | 113 | Germany |
| Halle | 104 | Germany |
Frequently Asked Questions
How high is Wiesbaden above sea level?
Wiesbaden averages 122 m above sea level. The inner city at 115–130 m; the Neroberg to the north at 245 m; the Taunus further north at up to 879 m.
Why does Wiesbaden have thermal springs?
Wiesbaden sits on the southern Taunus, where fault-bound groundwater meets hot deep rock and rises to the surface. The 26 springs deliver water at 46–66°C – making Wiesbaden one of Europe's hottest spa spring cities.
What is the Neroberg in Wiesbaden?
The Neroberg (245 m) is Wiesbaden's most famous hill, reachable by a historic water-pressure funicular (since 1888). The summit offers panoramic views over Wiesbaden, Mainz, the Rhine and on clear days to the Odenwald.