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New Braunfels, Texas

Located in Comal County, Texas, New Braunfels was established in 1845. New Braunfels was founded by a German prince and retains strong German heritage. Schlitterbahn has been ranked the best waterpark in the world multiple times.

Founded 1845 | Population 100,000 | Peak 100,000 (2024) | County Comal County

Top 10 Most Important Events for New Braunfels, Texas

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1845 German Colony: Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels founds German settlement.

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1850 German Heritage: German language, culture, and architecture dominate.

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1979 Schlitterbahn Opens: Waterpark becomes top-rated in the world.

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2020 Fastest Growing TX City: I-35 corridor growth between SA and Austin.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1845 Culture

German Colony

1850 Culture

German Heritage

1979 Business

Schlitterbahn Opens

2020 Business

Fastest Growing TX City

Did You Know?

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New Braunfels was founded by a German prince and retains strong German heritage.

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Schlitterbahn has been ranked the best waterpark in the world multiple times.

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One of the fastest-growing cities in the entire U.S.

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New Braunfels is located in Comal County, Texas.

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New Braunfels was founded in 1845.

Famous People from New Braunfels, Texas

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Leigh Nash

Singer, Songwriter · Born Jun 27, 1976 · Age 49

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Bob Krueger

Politician, Diplomat · Born Sep 19, 1935 · Died Apr 30, 2022 (age 86)

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