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Ludwigshafen, Industrial district capital in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

Ludwigshafen stretches along the Rhine River with ten districts, combining industrial zones, residential neighborhoods, and green spaces across 96 meters elevation.

The settlement gained city status in 1859, leading to BASF chemical company establishing its headquarters there and transforming the region into an industrial center.

The Wilhelm Hack Museum displays over 9,000 artworks and features a ceramic facade by Joan Miró that defines the architectural landscape of the city.

The city maintains three hospitals, multiple parks, and an integrated transportation network connecting to neighboring Mannheim through railways and highways.

The Endless Steps sculpture by Max Bill stands among numerous modern art installations throughout the city streets, creating an open-air exhibition space.

Location: Rhineland-Palatinate

Elevation above the sea: 96 m

Shares border with: Mannheim, Rhein-Pfalz, Frankenthal

Website: https://ludwigshafen.de

GPS coordinates: 49.48111,8.43528

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:05

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