Varnhalt
quarter of Baden-Baden, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Varnhalt is a village to the north of the town of Steinbach in Baden-Württemberg southwestern Germany. Since 1972, Varnhalt has become a suburb of the spa town of Baden-Baden, together with Steinbach (Baden) and Neuweier. In 2004, the population of Varnhalt was about 2000. Steinbach, Neuweier and Varnhalt formed the joint community "Ortschaft Rebland" and are as such represented in the municipal council of Baden-Baden.
Geography
The location of Varnhalt is carved deep into the foothills and mountains of the Northern Black Forest. Varnhalt is about 2 miles away from the center of the town of Steinbach (Baden). It can be reached locally from Steinbach via the Gallenbacher-Strasse. The center of the village is situated at an altitude of 204 meters on the western slope of mount Yberg (517 m).
Economy
Viticulture and the wine trade are the main sources of income of its inhabitants. The hills and their high quality soil offer perfect conditions for growing a variety of fruits.
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