Markneukirchen, Musical instrument manufacturing town in Vogtlandkreis, Germany
The municipality of Markneukirchen spans across 69 square kilometers of land at an elevation of 504 meters in the Elster Mountains of Saxony.
Protestant instrument makers from Bohemia settled in Markneukirchen during the 17th century, establishing the foundation for the town's manufacturing legacy.
The Musical Instrument Museum, founded in 1883, contains 3,100 instruments and hosts the International Instrumental Competition recognized by the World Federation.
The town maintains 113 musical instrument manufacturing enterprises that distribute their products to international markets through traditional production methods.
During the 20th century, Markneukirchen produced 80 percent of the world's musical instruments, solidifying its position as a global manufacturing center.
Location: Vogtlandkreis
Elevation above the sea: 500 m
Shares border with: Luby, Kraslice
Website: https://markneukirchen.de
GPS coordinates: 50.31667,12.31667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:58
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