Cassel

Cassel is a toponym and surname that appears in several European places and in English-language references to them. In historical and English usage, Cassel is often the old spelling for Kassel, a city in central Germany on the Fulda River. Kassel is a major cultural and economic center in Hesse and is known for the Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe, the Hercules statue, and its museums and historic architecture, including a UNESCO World Heritage designation for the park.

In France, Cassel refers to Cassel, Nord, a commune in the Hauts-de-France region near the Belgian border. The area is associated with the nearby Mont Cassel (also known as Mont des Cats), a prominent hill that has featured in regional geography and history.

As a surname, Cassel is found in various countries and languages. Notable individuals include Matt Cassel (born 1982), an American football quarterback who played in the National Football League. The name can also appear in other family names and historical records, reflecting its adoption across different cultures and regions.