Waldenburg, Saxony

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Waldenburg is a city in the district Chemnitzer Land in Saxony, Germany. The city of Waldenburg consists of the districts of Waldenburg, Dürrenuhlsdorf, Franken, Niederwinkel, Oberwinkel, Schlagwitz and Schwaben. Waldenburg has a population of approximately 4690 and covers an area of 25,10 km².

[edit] Attractions

The city is famous for pottery and for the "Grünfelder Park", an English-style park.

Other famous attraction are:

  • Naturalienkabinett (museum of natural produce)
  • Heimatmuseum (museum of local history)
  • The castle of Schönburg-Naumburg

[edit] European Grammar School

The European Grammar School (Europäisches Gymnasium Waldenburg) is a private language school, established in 1994. The building was built in 1844 as a "Lehrerseminar" (School for teachers). Karl May was one of the famous students.

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Coordinates: 50°53′N 12°36′E

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