and the Königssondergau as imperial fiefdom in 1214. Also, the Lords of Eppstein penetrated by exploiting bailiwick rights, purchase and inheritance in the Königssondergau, where they became opponents of the Counts of Nassau. External links Die Domäne Mechtildshausen Former states and territories of Hesse Geography of Wiesbaden Carolingian counties States and territories established in the 8th century Rheingau