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Hettstedt, Historic mining town in Mansfeld-Südharz, Germany

Hettstedt extends across 37 square kilometers along the Wipper River, encompassing the municipal divisions of Ritterode and Walbeck at 200 meters elevation.

The settlement, first documented in 1046, received civic privileges in 1380 and developed through centuries under different jurisdictions including Mansfeld, Saxony, and Prussia.

The Dinosaur Theater Show represents one of the main entertainment venues in Hettstedt, contributing to the local performing arts scene.

Residents and visitors can access municipal services and community information through the town hall, located in the central district of Hettstedt.

The Kaiser Friedrich mine near Hettstedt marked a technological milestone as the location of Germany's first steam engine installation in 1785.

Location: Mansfeld-Südharz

Elevation above the sea: 200 m

Website: https://hettstedt.de

GPS coordinates: 51.64500,11.51111

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:58

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