Starnberg

Geschichte

The city of Starnberg is in Bavaria, Germany, some south-west of Munich. It lies at the north end of Lake Starnberg, in the heart of the "Five Lakes Country", and serves as capital of the district of Starnberg. Recording a disposable per-capita income of €26,120 in 2007, Starnberg regained its status as the wealthiest town in Germany from the Frankfurt suburb of Hochtaunus.HistoryThe town was first mentioned in 1226 under the name of Aheim am Würmsee.TransportStarnberg is situated on the Munich S-Bahn line S6, which provides frequent trains to and from Munich. It is also a principal stop for the vessels of the Bayerische Seenschifffahrt or lake fleet.Main sights Starnberger Schloss with the castle garden St. Joseph's Church