Hermann Missouri Map

About Hermann, Missouri

Hermann is a locality in Gasconade County, Missouri, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,290. The population density is 385.8 people per km². Hermann is located at 38.7042°N, 91.4374°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 65041.

Hermann rises from the bluffs overlooking the Missouri River, its streets climbing and descending with a charming, almost defiant, spirit. It lies 32.4 miles west-south-west of Wentzville, MO (from Wentzville, MO: bearing 257°T), and is situated 17.6 miles west-south-west of Warrenton. The landscape here is a study in contrasts: the broad, slow-moving river a constant presence below, and the wooded hills, cloaked in a deep, verdant green, rising steeply on either side. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a subtle scent of damp earth and ripening grapes, a fragrance that clings to the very stones of the older buildings. Sunlight, when it breaks through the summer haze, has a peculiar golden quality, illuminating the weathered facades of historic homes and casting long, dancing shadows across the cobblestone alleyways. The character of Hermann is one of sturdy resilience, a place that has weathered seasons and generations with a quiet dignity, its people possessing a grounded practicality born of working the land and navigating the river's moods. The roots of Hermann run deep, planted by German immigrants in the mid-19th century who sought a new homeland and found the fertile valleys of the Missouri Rhineland replicated here. They brought with them a love for the vine, and the hillsides soon became a patchwork of vineyards, a tradition that continues to define the local economy today. Wine festivals are a vibrant testament to this heritage, drawing visitors from afar to sample the fruits of the region. Beyond the vineyards, the river itself has always been a vital artery, carrying goods and people, its steamboats a distant echo in the current flow. Historic architecture abounds, from the stout stone buildings that speak of permanence to the charming Victorian homes that line the upper streets, each a silent witness to the passage of time and the enduring spirit of this unique settlement.

About This Hermann Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Hermann, Missouri with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Hermann and Gasconade County.

Detailed location data for Hermann includes the ZIP code (65041), telephone area code (573), county seat of Gasconade County (Hermann), and school district assignment (Gasconade County R-I School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Hermann is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.