Leubsdorf
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| Country | Germany |
| State | Rhineland-Palatinate |
| Population | 1,689 (2006) |
| Area | 10.22 km² |
| Elevation | 75 m |
| Coordinates | 50°32′ N 7°17′ E |
| Postal code | 53547 |
| Area code | 02644 |
| Licence plate code | NR |
| Mayor | Achim Pohlen (CDU) |
| Website | www.leubsdorf-rhein.de |
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[edit] Geography
The village of Leubsdorf consists of the four parts Leubsdorf, Hesseln, Rothe Kreuz, Krumscheid.
[edit] History
First known documents about Leubsdorf are of the year 1250. Much older documents of the year 640 are existent under "Lupstorf". The first church in Leubsdorf was built in the 13th century.
[edit] Sightseeing
Besides the impressive castle many half-timbered houses and old crosses are telling about history. The construction of the castle is to be mentioned in the 13th century. The most important feast in Leubsdorf is the Walburgis-Kirmes which is organized by the Kath. Junggesellenverein.
[edit] Weblinks
- Webpage of the Ortsgemeinde Leubsdorf
- Informations about Kirmes and the Junggesellenverein Leubsdorf e.V.
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