Markneukirchen

Markneukirchen is a town in Vogtlandkreis that specializes in musical instrument manufacturing. The center displays a mix of homes, workshops, and specialty shops that reflect the craft heritage.

Reformed craftspeople from Bohemia arrived in the 17th century and founded instrument production that has defined the town ever since. Over the centuries, production grew and made this place a major craft center.

The name reflects the market rights and church that shaped the town's core. You can still see workshops and shops where craftspeople make instruments and sell them directly to visitors.

The town is easy to walk through, with workshops and the museum located in the center. You should allow time to stroll past working craftspeople and observe their skills firsthand.

In the 20th century, nearly all the world's instrument production came from this small town, making it a global craft powerhouse. That legacy remains visible today in the many workshops still using traditional methods.

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: December 20, 2025 12:58