Frelsburg

First German settlement in Colorado County. Founded in 1837 by William Frels who immigrated to Texas in 1834 and fought for Independence, 1835-1836. Proposed site of Hermann University, first institution of Texas in 1844, but never established.

Recorded Texas Historic Landmark
In Frelsburg, just South of FM 1291 and FM 109 intersection; on FM 109
1936