Hochheim am Main Travel Guide
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Hochheim am Main Overview
Hochheim am Main is a town in the Main-Taunus district of the state of Hessen, Germany. It is located near the right bank of the Main River three miles above the branch into the Rhine, as well as on the German Framework Road.
Located in the Rheingau, Hochheim has historically been a center of trade in wine. The English word Hock, a generic term for Rhine wine, is derived from Hochheim. Children of Hochheim attend school in Hochheim until the 10th grade. After 10th grade if they choose to continue with a gymnasium, they have to attend schools outside of Hochheim in Wiesbaden (Wiesbaden vacation rentals | Wiesbaden travel guide) or Mainz (Mainz vacation rentals | Mainz travel guide).
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Things to See in Hochheim am Main
Kirche Sankt Peter and Paul
Various wineries in the area
Marktplatz
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Travel Insider Tips for Hochheim am Main
I grew up there! I have many happy memories as a kid (teen) living there. It's a small town with lots of charm. Park your car and walk the vineyards!
Shared by Deb Breining, Oct 2010
I have been there several times. A charming little town and definitely worth a visit. Not too far from Worms, Mainz and Wiesbaden...the whole are is beautiful.
Shared by Ingrid Rowe, Oct 2010
I have ridden the Schnell Zug from Wiesbaden to Frankfurt, passing through Hoch-heim. Many houses are decorated with hanging geraniums from their balconies. The outdoor cafe's are so quaint.
Shared by Janet Masly, Oct 2010
St. Peter and Paul church
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- Homepage of Hochheim am Main: Hochheim am Main (official home page)
- Wikipedia: Hochheim am Main
More about the History of Hochheim am Main
Historical reference to Hochheim can be found, in the chronicles, as early as the 8th century. Hochheim is the site of an Austrian military victory over the French Empire on November 7, 1813.
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