Wiedhet

Wiedhet is a small town in the fictional nation of Eldoria, located in the Vistrian Basin along the Wied River. It serves as the administrative center of Wiedhet Municipality and has a long-standing role as an agricultural market town.

The origin of the name Wiedhet is uncertain. Local chronicles from the medieval period suggest a compound of river-related terms with a suffix denoting a settlement, while popular lore ties the name to the idea of a ford that once crossed the river.

Wiedhet first appears in records in the 12th century as a river crossing and marketplace on routes linking eastern valleys. A feudal manor established here became the town's administrative center, and a weekly market drew traders from surrounding villages. The town expanded in the late medieval period, then modernized its infrastructure in the 19th and 20th centuries, retaining a compact urban core centered on the river.

Wiedhet lies in a temperate climate zone with warm summers and cool winters. The surrounding landscape is primarily farmland with belts of woodland along the river, and the town sits at roughly 150 meters above sea level.

Today the economy combines agriculture—grain, dairy, and fruit—with small-scale manufacturing and craft workshops. The town is connected by a regional railway line and a network of roads; the historic Wiedhet Bridge is a local landmark. Educational facilities include a primary school and a secondary school in a nearby town; a public library serves as a cultural hub.

With a population of about 3,700, Wiedhet is predominantly Eldorian-speaking, with a mix of religious practices reflecting the broader country. Local traditions include the annual Wiedhet River Festival, weekly markets, and a conservation-focused community association.

Notable places include the St. Benedict Chapel, the Wiedhet Gate, and the Riverside Market Hall.