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Long-Term Debt (Components Of Long-Term Debt) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2013
Long-term Debt, Unclassified [Abstract] |  |
Junior subordinated debentures owed to City Holding Capital Trust III, due 2038, interest at a rate of 3.73% and 3.74%, respectively | $ 16,495 | $ 16,495
Junior subordinated debentures, interest rate | 3.73% | 3.74%
Junior subordinated debentures, due date | Dec. 31, 2038 | Dec. 31, 2038
Percent over three month LIBOR Rate | 3.50% |
Junior subordinated debenture, Threshold in days | 90 days |

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