Immigration History

The Adelsverein Brought Thousands of Germans to This Region

A German noble society called the Adelsverein organized the mass migration that created New Braunfels and other Hill Country towns.

Comal County History & Culture

The Adelsverein — also called the Society for the Protection of German Immigrants in Texas — was formed in the 1840s to help Germans resettle in the Texas Republic. It paid passage and organized wagon trains. New Braunfels was one of its main settlements.

The migration brought thousands of Germans to this part of Texas in the 1840s and 1850s. Many small communities in Comal and surrounding counties trace back to those settlers. The Handbook of Texas has detailed records on the Adelsverein and the families it brought here.

Source to confirm: Handbook of Texas – Adelsverein

More Comal County notes

Property Tax

Who Sets Your Property Value in Comal County

The Comal Appraisal District values all property in the county — it is separate from the tax office that collects your bill.

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Homestead Exemption

How the Homestead Exemption Works in Comal County

If this is your main home, you can apply for a homestead exemption that lowers the taxable value of your property.

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Senior Tax Break

Over-65 Property Tax Freeze in Comal County

Homeowners 65 or older get an extra school tax exemption and a tax ceiling that keeps their school taxes from rising.

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Agricultural Appraisal

Ag Valuation Can Cut Your Property Tax Bill in Comal County

Land used for farming, ranching, or wildlife management may be taxed on its productive value — which is often far lower than market value.

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