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Kulmbach
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Coat of arms
Country  Germany
State Bavaria
Adm. region Upper Franconia
Region Oberfranken-Ost
Capital Kulmbach
Area
 • Total 656 km2 (253 sq mi)
Population
 (2000)
 • Total 78,800
 • Density 120.12/km2 (311.1/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Vehicle registration KU
Website landkreis-kulmbach.de

The Kulmbach district is a special area in Bavaria, Germany. It is called a Landkreis in German. Think of it like a county or a region that groups together several towns and villages.

The main town and capital of this district is Kulmbach. The district is part of a larger region called Upper Franconia. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history.

What is a District?

A district like Kulmbach is a type of local government. It helps manage things for the people living there. This includes services that are too big for just one town to handle.

What Districts Do

Districts are important for many daily services. They often manage schools, hospitals, and roads that connect different towns. They also help with public transport and waste disposal.

The district government works to make life better for everyone. They plan for the future and make sure rules are followed. This helps all the towns and villages work together smoothly.

Towns and Communities in Kulmbach District

The Kulmbach district is made up of several towns and smaller communities. Each of these places has its own local government. However, they all work together under the larger district administration.

Municipalities in KU
Towns and municipalities in Landkreis Kulmbach

Here are the main towns and municipalities you can find in the Kulmbach district:

Towns

  • Kulmbach
  • Kupferberg
  • Stadtsteinach

Municipalities

These are smaller communities, often including villages.

  • Grafengehaig
  • Guttenberg
  • Harsdorf
  • Himmelkron
  • Kasendorf
  • Ködnitz
  • Ludwigschorgast
  • Mainleus
  • Marktleugast
  • Marktschorgast
  • Neudrossenfeld
  • Neuenmarkt
  • Presseck
  • Rugendorf
  • Thurnau
  • Trebgast
  • Untersteinach
  • Wirsberg
  • Wonsees



See also

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