The place name Schlitz was first mentioned in 812. The arrangement of several medieval “castles”, the defensive tower, manor houses, the town church and many half-timbered houses is striking and characterizes the townscape. 

One of the so-called castles, the Hallenburg, is now home to the State Music Academy. Other castles are Vorderburg, Hinterburg, Ottoburg and Berleburg.

The whole of Schlitz has about 10,000 inhabitants and consists of the core town (6,000 inhabitants) and 16 surrounding villages.

Until the middle of the 19th century, the city had great industrial importance due to the linen weaving mills located there. Due to its geographical location - almost exactly in the middle of Germany - the area is in demand as a hub for the logistics industry. However, these companies are all located outside the city limits, so the picturesque cityscape remains untouched.

Schlitz is the fourth largest city in Hesse in terms of area. So enjoy your stay in our beautiful, historic half-timbered town, surrounded by an almost limitless natural landscape.