Eppstein
Eppstein is a town in the German state of Hesse, located in the Main-Taunus-Kreis at the eastern edge of the Taunus mountains, about 20 kilometers west of Frankfurt am Main. It lies on a rocky overlook above the Kittelbach valley, and its skyline is defined by the ruins of Burg Eppstein, a medieval fortress that stands as a prominent landmark.
The name Eppstein derives from Burg Eppstein, which served as the seat of the Counts of Eppstein
Notable features include Burg Eppstein, the preserved old town, and the network of nature trails in the
The local economy consists mainly of small businesses, services, and tourism. Eppstein is connected to the Frankfurt
The municipality has approximately 11,000 residents. Local government is led by a mayor and a town council