Blumenthal, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Blumenthal, Texas
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 Blumenthal, Texas
Location in Texas
Blumenthal, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Gillespie |
| Elevation | 1,506 ft (459 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 50 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 830 |
| FIPS code | 48-09028 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1378023 |
Blumenthal is a small farming and ranching community in Gillespie County, Texas, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated area" because it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county.
About Blumenthal, Texas
Blumenthal is located right in the middle of two other towns, Fredericksburg and Stonewall. You can find it along U.S. Route 290, close to where Jung Lane crosses it. The community is also near the Pedernales River, which is a well-known river in Texas.
A Look at History
People believe that Blumenthal was first settled around the year 1900. For many years, it was a quiet place where people focused on farming and raising animals. The community grew slowly. In 1945, Blumenthal reached its largest population, with about 25 people living there.
What's There Today?
Even though it's a small community, Blumenthal has a few interesting spots nearby. You can find a bed-and-breakfast, which is a place where visitors can stay overnight and enjoy breakfast. There's also Wildseed Farms, a popular place known for its beautiful fields of wildflowers.
