Metzingen facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Metzingen
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Town hall of Metzingen
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| Country | Germany | |
| State | Baden-Württemberg | |
| Admin. region | Tübingen | |
| District | Reutlingen | |
| Elevation | 350 m (1,150 ft) | |
| Population
(2022-12-31)
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| • Total | 22,528 | |
| Time zone | CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2) | |
| Postal codes |
72541–72555
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| Dialling codes | 07123 | |
| Vehicle registration | RT | |
| Website | www.metzingen.de | |
Metzingen is a city in the Swabia region of Germany. It's home to about 22,000 people. You can find Metzingen in Reutlingen county, which is part of the state of Baden-Württemberg.
This city is located about 30 km (19 mi) south of Stuttgart, a much larger city in Germany. Metzingen is known for its beautiful surroundings and its history as a Swabian city.
Exploring Metzingen
Metzingen is a vibrant place with a mix of old and new. The city's location in Baden-Württemberg means it's surrounded by lovely landscapes. It sits at an elevation of about 350 meters (around 1,150 feet) above sea level.
City Government
Like many German cities, Metzingen has a mayor who leads the city's government. The current mayor is Ulrich Fiedler. He works to make sure the city runs smoothly for all its residents. The city's official website, www.metzingen.de, provides more information about its services.
Location and Area
Metzingen covers an area of about 34.61 square kilometers (around 13.36 square miles). It's part of the Tübingen region within Baden-Württemberg. The city's postal codes range from 72541 to 72555, and its area code for phone calls is 07123. The license plate code for vehicles from this area is RT.
Images for kids
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A beautiful vineyard in Metzingen
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Metzingen as it appeared on a map of the Kingdom of Wurtemberg around 1873
See also
In Spanish: Metzingen para niños
