The municipality of Kottenheim , with a population of around 2700, is known for mining Basatlava and Tuffstein until the late 1980s. Testimonies of this time include the "Kottenheimer Winnfeld". Today, the inhabitants benefit from an intact infrastructure and a lively club life, with popular events such as the "Kröbbelchesfest".
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The local community Arft with its approximately 250 inhabitants is idyllically situated in the middle of an original heath landscape. The highest point is the Raßberg with 668 m above sea level. NN, at the foot of which is a small ski area. The Arfter Bach, one of the Nette's two source rivers, originates here. In addition to the eponymous town, there is the smaller district of Netterhöfe.