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Baar
The church of St. Lorenz at Baar
The church of St. Lorenz at Baar
Coat of arms of Baar
Coat of arms
Country Germany
State Bavaria
Admin. region Schwaben
District Aichach-Friedberg
Elevation
430 m (1,410 ft)
Population
 (2022-12-31)
 • Total 1,234
Time zone CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
Postal codes
86674
Dialling codes 08276
Vehicle registration AIC
Website www.baar-schwaben.de

Baar is a small town, also called a municipality, in southern Germany. It is located in the state of Bavaria. Baar is part of the Aichach-Friedberg district.

What is Baar?

Baar is a community where people live and work. It is officially known as a municipality. This means it has its own local government. The area of Baar is about 16.94 square kilometers.

Where is Baar Located?

Baar is found in the region of Schwaben. This is a part of Bavaria. The town sits at an elevation of 430 meters (about 1,410 feet) above sea level. You can find it by its coordinates: 48 degrees 34 minutes North and 10 degrees 58 minutes East.

Who Leads Baar?

Every municipality has a leader. In Baar, the leader is called the mayor. The current mayor of Baar is Leonhard Kandler. He helps make decisions for the town. The mayor works with the local council. They manage services for the people of Baar.

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