Coswig, Saxony facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Coswig
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| Country | Germany | |
| State | Saxony | |
| District | Meißen | |
| Elevation | 118 m (387 ft) | |
| Population
(2022-12-31)
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| • Total | 20,512 | |
| Time zone | CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2) | |
| Postal codes |
01631–01640
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| Dialling codes | 03523 | |
| Vehicle registration | MEI, GRH, RG, RIE | |
| Website | www.coswig.de | |
Coswig is a friendly town in Germany, located in the state of Saxony. It sits on the right side of the Elbe River. Coswig is about 9 kilometers (about 5.6 miles) southeast of the city of Meißen and 13 kilometers (about 8 miles) northwest of Dresden.
This town is home to a special hospital called Fachkrankenhaus Coswig. This hospital is known for its work in thoracic surgery, which means they help people with problems in their chest and lungs.
It's easy to visit Coswig! You can take a tram, which is like a streetcar, from Dresden. You can also get there by train from both Dresden and Meißen. The train stops at Coswig's railway station.
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Cool Places to See in Coswig
Coswig has some interesting spots to explore.
Villa Teresa
One special place is Villa Teresa. This beautiful house used to be the home of two famous artists: Eugene d'Albert and Teresa Carreño. Today, it's a museum where you can learn about their lives and work.
Coswig's Sister Cities
A "sister city" (or twin town) is a special partnership between two cities in different places. They work together to learn about each other's cultures and build friendships. Coswig has two sister cities:
- Lovosice, a town in the Czech Republic
- Ravensburg, a city in Germany
Famous People Connected to Coswig
Many interesting people have lived in or had strong ties to Coswig.
People Born in Coswig
- Monika Mrklas (born 1942): She was a talented athlete who competed in cross-country skiing and cycling.
- Hans-Ulrich Thomale (born 1944): He was a well-known footballer and later became a coach.
- Heinz Werner (1928–2019): He was an artist famous for his work with porcelain.
People Associated with Coswig
Some famous people spent time in Coswig, even if they weren't born there.
- Teresa Carreño (1853–1917): She was an amazing pianist and composer. She lived at Villa Teresa.
- Eugene d'Albert (1864–1932): He was a talented composer who also lived at Villa Teresa.
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Teresa Carreño was a famous pianist and composer.
