Kochel
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This article is about the village in Bavaria. For the musicologist, see Ludwig Ritter von Köchel.
Kochel or Kochel-am-See is a small Bavarian village on the shores of Lake Kochel in the district of Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen.
Apart from the idyllic scenery, it is known for The Smith of Kochel "Schmied von Kochel," who according to legend, lead a Bavarian farmer rebellion against Austro-Hungarian occupiers at Sendling in the War of the Spanish Succession. Kochel is also known for its hydroelectric dam. It is a popular place for winter and summer holidays.
The famous expressionistic painter Franz Marc lived in Kochel. His life is documented at the Franz Marc museum in Kochel. He is buried in the village cemetery.
[edit] External links
- (German) Kochel Homepage
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