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Unterhaching
Town hall
Town hall
Coat of arms of Unterhaching
Coat of arms
Country Germany
State Bavaria
Admin. region Upper Bavaria
District Munich
Elevation
556 m (1,824 ft)
Population
 (2022-12-31)
 • Total 25,873
Time zone CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
Postal codes
82008
Dialling codes 089
Vehicle registration M
Website www.unterhaching.de

Unterhaching is a town located in the Munich Rural District in Upper Bavaria, Germany. It's a lively community not far from the big city of Munich. People often call it a "municipality," which is just a fancy word for a town or local area that has its own government.


Discovering Unterhaching

Unterhaching is a place with a long history and a modern feel. It's known for being a nice place to live, with good connections to the larger city of Munich.

Where is Unterhaching?

Unterhaching is in the southern part of Germany, in a region called Bavaria. It's part of the Munich Rural District, which means it's one of the many towns surrounding the famous city of Munich. The town is located about 556 meters (around 1,824 feet) above sea level.

How Many People Live There?

As of 2006, about 21,807 people called Unterhaching home. This makes it a medium-sized town, big enough to have lots of activities but small enough to feel like a community.

Who Runs Unterhaching?

Like any town, Unterhaching has a local government that helps run things. The head of the town is called the mayor. The mayor of Unterhaching is Wolfgang Panzer, who belongs to a political party called the SPD. The town hall, where many important decisions are made, is located at Rathausplatz 7.

What's Life Like in Unterhaching?

Unterhaching offers a mix of quiet residential areas and places for fun and activities. There are schools for kids, parks for playing, and shops for families. It's a place where people can enjoy both nature and the benefits of being close to a major city.

Important Buildings and Landmarks

One of the oldest and most important buildings in Unterhaching is the St. Korbinian Church. This church is located in the "Old Village" part of town and has been a part of the community for a very long time. It's a great example of the town's history.

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