Merzig
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| Country | Germany |
| State | Saarland |
| District | Merzig-Wadern |
| Population | 30,930 (2005) |
| Area | 108.79 km² |
| Population density | 284 /km² |
| Elevation | 127 m |
| Coordinates | 49°27′ N 6°37′ E |
| Postal code | 66651–66663 |
| Area code | 06861, 06869 |
| Licence plate code | MZG |
| Mayor | Alfons Lauer (SPD) |
| Website | merzig.de |
Merzig is a town and a municipality, capital of the district Merzig-Wadern, in Saarland, Germany. It is situated on the river Saar, approx. 35 km south of Trier, and 35 km northwest of Saarbrücken.
It is the birthplace of tennis player Benjamin Becker.
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