Nestled in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, New Braunfels is a special place. Learn more about why over 100,000 residents are proud to call our community home.
At the confluence of the Comal and Guadalupe rivers, New Braunfels offers a unique blend of big-city amentities and small-town charm. With multiple water recreation opportunities, quality shopping and dining, and dozens of unique festivals and events, residents and visitors alike enjoy New Braunfels' natural beauty year-round.
Featuring top-rated local schools and numerous higher education opportunities, New Braunfels' highly educated population has access to a wealth of educational resources.
German for "life is beautiful" and our city's motto for over 150 years: founded by a German prince in 1845, New Braunfels maintains deep ties to its rich cultural heritage.
With our exceptional quality of life and prime location in the heart of the Austin-San Antonio corridor, it's no wonder that New Braunfels' population has grown by 66% in the past ten years. Residents and businesses alike find New Braunfels the perfect place to live, work, and thrive.