Wernau

Wernau is a town in the district of Esslingen in Baden-Württemberg southwestern Germany. It is situated on the Neckar river, 25 km southeast of Stuttgart.

History

Wernau was established in 1938 by the joining of two communities, Pfauhausen and Steinbach. These communities tried to unite in 1384 and again in 1681. While the first attempt lasted a few decades, the 1681 union by Franz Josef von Wernau did not last 7 years.

After WWII many refugees from Hungary moved to Wernau.

On April 1, 1968, Wernau received its charter as an official city.

Geography

Wernau is located on the southeast bank of the Neckar river. The Bodenbach river flows through the city. In 1981 the Wernauer Baggerseen (quarry ponds) were declared a wildlife preserve. Today it spans across 45 hectares. Another 5.5 hectares of wildlife preserve is located in an area of the city called the Wernauer Lehmgrube (clay pits).

Economy

Wernau is an attractive economic location. Famous companies like Bosch-Thermotechnik, the Japanese company Mori Seiki, the manufacturer of electrical component systems, 2E mechatronic, and the producer of folk costumes, Perry have settled here. Also handcraft companies and wholesale businesses have found a home in the city.