Delitzsch, Administrative division in Saxony, Germany
Description
Delitzsch is a town in the Nordsachsen district of eastern Germany, situated between Leipzig, Halle, and Bitterfeld. The area is characterized by flat agricultural land and serves as an important administrative center for the region.
History
Following the Congress of Vienna in 1815, Delitzsch transferred from Saxon to Prussian rule, marking a fundamental shift in political authority. This transition shaped the town's development throughout the 19th century.
Culture
The town organizes an annual historical fair commemorating the defense against Swedish forces, featuring local traditions and regional celebrations.
Practical
Trains and bus services connect the town to Leipzig, Halle, and surrounding municipalities, while the nearest airport is located about 23 km to the southwest. Visitors should check the best connection based on their arrival point.
Did you know?
The district maintained its own distinct coat of arms, incorporating the Saxon lion, Landsberg stripes, and Eilenburg stars in its heraldic design.
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Schloss Delitzsch
999 m
Christian-Gottfried-Ehrenberg-Gymnasium
540 m
Tiergarten Delitzsch
1.7 km
St. Peter und Paul
778 mAusbesserungswerk Delitzsch
818 m
Schulze-Delitzsch-Haus – German Cooperative Museum
731 m
Wasserturm Delitzsch
1.2 km
St.-Marien-Kirche
263 m
Stadtschreiberhaus
861 mJüdischer Friedhof
1.1 km
Spröde
6.8 kmMietshaus in geschlossener Bebauung Bismarckstraße 7
555 m
Diesel express railcar SVT 137 856
1.1 kmWohnhaus, Scheune (mit Anbau) und Toranlage (Torpfeiler und Pforte) eines Bauernhofes Bahnweg 16
1.5 km
Loberaue
3.8 kmRailroad car number 919 111 [P] Bln
1.2 km
Quercus robur in Spröda forest
6.9 kmSchule und Hofgebäude Schulstraße 23
629 mPaupitzscher See
6 km
Protestant Church Petersroda
6 kmGrabmale auf dem Friedhof Lange Straße 97
3.7 km
Kirche Schenkenberg
2.5 kmMuseum Barockschloß Delitzsch
1 kmGoitsche
5.8 km
Dorfkirche Mocherwitz
6.9 km
Dorfkirche Laue
4.7 km
Dorfkirche Döbernitz
1.6 km
Dorfkirche Brodau
3.8 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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