Country Germany District Wittenberg Postal codes 06869 Population 12,917 (31 Dec 2008) | State Saxony-Anhalt Time zone CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2) Dialling codes 034903 Local time Tuesday 3:37 AM | |
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Weather 4°C, Wind N at 13 km/h, 95% Humidity Points of interest All Saints' Church - Wittenberg, Stadtkirche Wittenberg, Lutherhaus, Tierpark Wittenberg, Melanchthonhaus | ||
Coswig is a town in the district of Wittenberg of Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. It is situated on the right bank of the Elbe, approx. 12 km west of Wittenberg, and 15 km east of Dessau.
Contents
- Map of Coswig Anhalt Germany
- History
- Sights
- Politics
- Twin town
- Sons and daughters of the city
- People associated with Coswig
- References
Map of Coswig (Anhalt), Germany
History
The Castle of Coswig was mentioned first in 1187. There is no evidence for slav settlements before this date. In 1215 Coswig is called an "Oppidium". During this time it was one of the most important cities North of the river Elbe. In the 16th century Coswig was already connected to a drinking water pipe from Wörpen. Weaving, pottery and farming played the most important role in economics. The city was nearly completely destroyed by Hispanic troops during the Schmalkaldic War. From 1603 to 1793, Coswig belonged to Anhalt-Zerbst. The Castle was constructed at the end of the 17th century. The railway station was inaugurated on 10 September 1841. In 1987 the city celebrated its 800th-year of existence.
Sights
Politics
Turnout at the last election on June 13, 2004 was 43,6%.
Town Council: 20 seat to the following parties: