Hohenberg an der Eger


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Hohenberg an der Eger is a town in the district of Wunsiedel, in Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany. It is situated on the river Eger, on the border with the Czech Republic, 11 km west of Cheb, and 14 km northeast of Marktredwitz. It was home to Hutschenreuther ceramic. Though best known for its ceramic production, Hohenberg has also produced some of Bavaria's elite soccer talent. Mauricio Göhlert played for the youth teams of SpVgg SV Weiden and Borussia Mönchengladbach before signing with SV Mitterteich in 2013.[3]

Hohenberg a.d.Eger

Hohenberg Castle

Hohenberg Castle

Coat of arms of Hohenberg a.d.Eger

Coat of arms

Location of Hohenberg a.d.Eger within Wunsiedel im Fichtelgebirge district

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Hohenberg a.d.Eger is located in Germany

Hohenberg a.d.Eger

Hohenberg a.d.Eger

Hohenberg a.d.Eger is located in Bavaria

Hohenberg a.d.Eger

Hohenberg a.d.Eger

Coordinates: 50°06′N 12°13′E / 50.100°N 12.217°E
CountryGermany
StateBavaria
Admin. regionOberfranken
DistrictWunsiedel im Fichtelgebirge
Municipal assoc.Schirnding
Government
 • Mayor (2020–26) Jürgen Hoffmann[1] (SPD)
Area
 • Total8.19 km2 (3.16 sq mi)
Elevation525 m (1,722 ft)
Population

 (2023-12-31)[2]

 • Total1,438
 • Density180/km2 (450/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+02:00 (CEST)
Postal codes

95691

Dialling codes09233
Vehicle registrationWUN
Websitewww.stadt-hohenberg.de