Pfaffengasse (Rhine)

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As Pfaffengasse was formerly called the geographical area along the left bank of the Rhine with its Catholic dioceses and high pins , so worldly dominions of the bishops.

The term "Pfaffengasse" is made up of the words " Pfaffen " and "Gasse". Pfaffe is a derogatory name for priests or clergy, and a street denotes a narrow path. The term “Pfaffengasse” is no longer used in this context today.

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