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Welcome to Fredericksburg, Virginia.
Fredericksburg is an independent city in the U.S. Commonwealth of Virginia, 50 miles south of Washington, D.C., and 55 miles north of Richmond, Virginia. As of the 2000 census, the city had a population of 19,279. The Bureau of Economic Analysis combines the city of Fredericksburg with neighboring Spotsylvania County for statistical purposes. This city is a part of the Washington-Baltimore Metropolitan Area.
The Fredericksburg area is halfway between Richmond, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Old roadways, first dirt or plank and later paved, ran between these two capitals. The City of Fredericksburg and surrounding counties are on the banks of the Rappahannock River, which was used for transport, and the region is bisected by the railroad. Strategically situated since its beginnings, the Fredericksburg area boasts some important historic houses and locations.
Rappahanock River, Fredericksburg. Photo by Outbj, October, 2006
Lake Anna is popular with pleasure boaters and water skiers. Boating use typically peaks in July, however many veteran boaters and lake residents pick September and early October as their favorite time for lake cruises as spectacular fall colors are being unveiled. Lake Anna offers a vast array of recreational opportunities in a splendid country setting. Total land area is 2058 acres with 8 1/2 miles of shoreline. Fishing (Virginia license required), swimming, beach, picnic area with two shelters, launch ramp, visitors center, nature walks.
The City of Fredericksburg VA is located on Interstate 95 just 54 miles south of our Nation's Capitol, Washington DC and 58 miles north of the Virginia State Capitol, the City of Richmond Virginia. The Fredericksburg VA area is a great halfway stopping point if you are traveling from New England to Florida, and area hotel and lodging rates are generally less expensive then in Washington DC and Richmond Virginia. The traffic situation is also a lot less hectic in Fredericksburg VA than it is in Washington DC or Richmond Virginia.
Fredericksburg VA is one of our nation's most historic cities. It was founded in 1728 and named for Crown Prince Frederick, eldest son of King George II of England. George Washington and his family made their home in Fredericksburg during the early years of our nation. There were also four major battles of the US Civil War fought in and around Fredericksburg; the Battle of Fredericksburg, Battle of Chancellorsville, Battle of Spotsylvania and Battle of The Wilderness. Over 110,000 Union and Confederate soldiers lost their lives in those four battles.
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Local daily news in Fredericksburg:
Va. Mother Extradited From Hawaii After Fleeing with Child
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. Spotsylvania County authorities will extradite a woman from Honolulu, Hawaii to face abduction charges in the disappearance of her 8-year-old daughter. via WJLA-TV Arlington
Virginia Woman Bitten By Wild Fox
"I thought it was a dog or something, but when I got the shovel and ran over and saw it, I couldn't believe it." FREDERICKSBURG, Va. A Virginia woman got a potentially deadly disease after a wild fox bit her while she was mowing her lawn. via NewsChannel 8
Arrest made in cemetery crash
A Spotsylvania County man has been charged with crashing his car into the brick wall of the Fredericksburg City Cemetery early today and leaving the scene. via The Free Lance-Star
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Places of interest:
Falmouth, VA (2.2 miles), Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA (10.6 miles), Aquia Harbour, VA (12.4 miles), Fairview Beach, VA (15.8 miles), Quantico Station, VA (17.9 miles), Bowling Green, VA (19.2 miles), Quantico, VA (19.7 miles), Triangle, VA (19.9 miles).
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Hotels in Fredericksburg
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Fairfield Fredericksburg
10330 SPOTSYLVANIA AVE - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22408
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Ramada Inn Spotsylvania Mall
2802 PLANK ROAD - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22404
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Ramada Inn South
5324 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22408
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Howard Johnson Fredericksburg
5327 Jefferson Davis Hwy Fredericksburg Va 22401
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Days Inn Fredericksburg South
5316 JEFFERSN DAVIS HWY - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22408
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Howard Johnson Fredericksburg 2
386 WARRENTON ROAD - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22405
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Days Inn Fredericksburg North
14 SIMPSON ROAD - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22405
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Hampton Inn Fredricksburg
2310 WILLIAM ST - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22401
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Travelodge Fredricksburg Warren
605 WARRENTON RD - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22405
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Econo Lodge Fredericksburg
5321 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22408
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Econo Lodge Central
2802 PLANK RD - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22401
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Comfort Inn Southpoint
5422 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22407
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Super 8 Fredericksburg Va
557 Warrenton Rd
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Sleep Inn Fredericksburg
595 WARRENTON RD - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22405
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Quality Inn Fredericksburg
543 WARRENTON RD - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22406
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Super 8 Fredericksbrg Ctrl Plz
3002 MALL COURT - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22401
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Best Western Central Plaza
3000 Plank Road, Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States, 22401
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Best Western Fredericksburg
2205 William Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States, 22401
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Heritage Inn
5308 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22408
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Wingate Inn Fredericksburg Va
20 SANFORD DRIVE - Fredericksburg, VA, US 22406
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