# Reichshoffen

> commune in Bas-Rhin, France

**Wikidata**: [Q21298](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q21298)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reichshoffen)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/reichshoffen

## Summary
Reichshoffen is a commune located in the Bas-Rhin department of France, part of the European Collectivity of Alsace. Founded in 1972, it is situated in the Unterelsaß district of the former imperial territory of Alsace-Lorraine. The commune has a population of approximately 5,400 residents and is part of the arrondissement of Haguenau-Wissembourg.

## Key Facts
- **Inception**: November 1, 1972
- **Population**: 5,471 (2023 estimate)
- **Coordinates**: 48.9344°N, 7.6661°E
- **Department**: Bas-Rhin (French administrative district)
- **Arrondissement**: Haguenau-Wissembourg (since 2015)
- **Historical Context**: Part of the Unterelsaß district of the German Empire (1871–1918)
- **Website**: [www.reichshoffen.fr](http://www.reichshoffen.fr)
- **Sitelink Count**: 47 (Wikipedia and other references)
- **Wikidata Description**: Commune in Bas-Rhin, France

## FAQs
**What is the population of Reichshoffen?**
As of recent estimates, Reichshoffen has a population of around 5,400 residents.

**Where is Reichshoffen located?**
Reichshoffen is situated in the Bas-Rhin department of France, within the European Collectivity of Alsace.

**When was Reichshoffen founded?**
The commune was established on November 1, 1972.

**What is the arrondissement of Reichshoffen?**
Reichshoffen is part of the arrondissement of Haguenau-Wissembourg, which was reorganized in 2015.

**Does Reichshoffen have a website?**
Yes, the commune’s official website is [www.reichshoffen.fr](http://www.reichshoffen.fr).

## Why It Matters
Reichshoffen holds historical significance as part of the Unterelsaß district, which was integrated into the German Empire after the Franco-Prussian War of 1870–71. Its status as a commune in the Bas-Rhin department reflects its role within the modern administrative structure of France. The town’s inclusion in the arrondissement of Haguenau-Wissembourg underscores its regional importance in the Alsace area. While not a major political or economic hub, Reichshoffen contributes to the cultural and demographic landscape of its surrounding region.

## Notable For
- **Historical Context**: Part of the Unterelsaß district under German rule (1871–1918)
- **Administrative Role**: Serves as a commune within the Bas-Rhin department
- **Regional Integration**: Included in the arrondissement of Haguenau-Wissembourg since 2015
- **Cultural Heritage**: Reflects the historical and administrative evolution of Alsace

## Body
### Geography and Location
Reichshoffen is situated at coordinates 48.9344°N, 7.6661°E, within the Bas-Rhin department of France. The commune is part of the European Collectivity of Alsace and was historically part of the Unterelsaß district under German rule from 1871 to 1918.

### Administrative Structure
Reichshoffen is governed as a commune within the Bas-Rhin department. Since 2015, it has been part of the arrondissement of Haguenau-Wissembourg, which was reorganized from the former arrondissement of Haguenau. The commune is also part of the canton of Reichshoffen, established in 2015.

### Population and Demographics
As of recent estimates, the population of Reichshoffen is approximately 5,400 residents. The commune has seen gradual population changes over the years, with estimates ranging from 5,396 to 5,418 residents in recent years.

### Historical Context
Reichshoffen was historically part of the Unterelsaß district, which was incorporated into the German Empire following the Franco-Prussian War of 1870–71. After World War I, the region was returned to France under the Treaty of Versailles, and Reichshoffen became part of the modern administrative structure of the Bas-Rhin department.

### Infrastructure and Services
Reichshoffen has a railway station, Gare de Reichshoffen, which serves as a local transportation hub. The commune also has a website, [www.reichshoffen.fr](http://www.reichshoffen.fr), providing information on local services and events.

### Related Entities
- **Commune of France**: Reichshoffen is a territorial subdivision for municipalities in France, established in 1789.
- **Canton of Reichshoffen**: An administrative division within the Bas-Rhin department, created in 2015.
- **Arrondissement of Haguenau-Wissembourg**: The current administrative district since 2015, replacing the former arrondissement of Haguenau.

## References

1. BnF authorities
2. dataset of postal codes in France. 2018
3. INSEE code
4. répertoire géographique des communes
5. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
6. Annuaire de service-public.fr
7. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies
8. Recensement de la population 2015. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies. 2017
9. Populations légales 2016
10. Populations légales 2017
11. Populations légales 2018
12. Populations légales 2019
13. Populations légales 2020
14. Populations légales 2021
15. Populations de référence 2022
16. Populations de référence 2023
17. [Code officiel géographique. 2017](https://www.insee.fr/fr/information/2560698)
18. [Code officiel géographique](https://www.insee.fr/fr/information/3363419)
19. GeoNames
20. [répertoire géographique des communes. 2015](https://wxs-telechargement.ign.fr/83edtfdyqte031y0ra49d2e3/telechargement/inspire/RGC-2015-01$RGC2015/file/RGC2015.7z)
21. [2016](https://data.geopf.fr/telechargement/download/GEOFLA/GEOFLA_2-2_COMMUNE_SHP_LAMB93_FXX_2016-06-28/GEOFLA_2-2_COMMUNE_SHP_LAMB93_FXX_2016-06-28.7z)
22. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)