Postal Code 37242 - Bad Sooden-Allendorf, Hessen, Germany
Postal Code: 37242
Postal System Details
Postal Authority
Deutsche Post
Postal System
Five-digit numeric postal code
Region Structure
Federal State → District → Municipality → Delivery Zone
Area Information
The postal code 37242 is part of Germany’s official five-digit postal code system, managed under the operational standards of Deutsche Post, the national postal authority for Germany. German postal codes follow the pattern X X X X X, such as 1 0 1 X X (example only). The first digit indicates the broader region, while the remaining digits narrow delivery down to the district, municipality, and specific routing sector. This postal code corresponds to Bad Sooden-Allendorf in the Hessen federal state, located near latitude 51.2709 and longitude 9.9748. Germany’s routing framework generally follows Federal State → District → Municipality → Delivery Zone. Example mapping: - Federal State: Hessen - District: (Example: Central District Authority) - Municipality: Bad Sooden-Allendorf - Delivery Zone: Defined by the final digits This page aligns with postal routing methodologies used by Deutsche Post. All pattern examples are illustrative. For correct delivery or address validation, ensure district and municipality match Bad Sooden-Allendorf, Hessen, Germany.
Country:
Germany
State:
Hessen
Area:
Bad Sooden-Allendorf
Postal Code:
37242
Latitude:
51.2709
Longitude:
9.9748
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What area does 37242 represent in Germany?
It represents the delivery region assigned to Bad Sooden-Allendorf within the Hessen federal state.
2. How does the German postal code system work?
It uses five digits defining region, district, municipality, and routing zones.
3. Can 37242 be used for address verification?
Yes—if the municipality and district correspond with Bad Sooden-Allendorf, Hessen, Germany.
4. Which authority manages postal codes in Germany?
Deutsche Post manages all postal code assignments and routing nationwide.