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Bernburg, District capital in Salzlandkreis, Germany.

Bernburg stands on the Saale River at the confluence with the Wipper River, surrounded by fertile lowlands 45 kilometers from Magdeburg.

The settlement received its first written mention in 961 under King Otto I of Germany, documented as civitas Brandanburg in royal records.

The Bernburg Castle contains the museum with documents related to Martin Luther, marking the city's connection to the Protestant Reformation since 1526.

The passenger ship MS Saalefee departs from the city pier, offering river tours that showcase the natural landscapes along the Saale River.

The local zoo spans 8.5 hectares and maintains conservation breeding programs for 900 animals representing 125 different species.

Location: Salzlandkreis

Elevation above the sea: 85 m

Website: https://bernburg.de

GPS coordinates: 51.80000,11.73333

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:29

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