Rohr

Rohr is a German word with several related meanings and uses. In everyday language, it denotes a hollow cylindrical conduit such as a pipe or tube used in plumbing, machinery, and construction. In botany and wetland terminology, Rohr refers to a reed or reed bed, particularly the common reed Schilfrohr. The term also appears as a surname in German-speaking countries.

As a place name, Rohr is a common toponym in German-speaking Europe, used for multiple towns and villages across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The name typically points to historical landscape features—areas where reeds grew or wetlands were present along rivers, canals, or other waterways—reflecting the descriptive origin of Rohr as a geographical term. Many of these settlements have grown into distinct communities with local histories and administrative roles.

The surname Rohr is borne by individuals in a range of professions.