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Peissen-Wappen
A picture of Peissen's coat of arms, a special symbol for the town.

Peissen is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the northern part of Germany. It is part of a larger area known as the Steinburg district. This district is found within the German state of Schleswig-Holstein.

What is Peissen?

Peissen is a municipality. Think of a municipality as a local area with its own government. It's like a small town or village that manages its own local services. These services can include things like local roads, schools, and parks.

Where is Peissen Located?

Peissen is in the Schleswig-Holstein state. This state is in the very north of Germany. It's known for its beautiful coastlines along the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. Germany is a country in Europe, famous for its history, culture, and technology.

Peissen's Local Government

In Germany, municipalities like Peissen have a local council. This council is made up of people chosen by the residents. They make decisions about how the town is run. They decide on things that affect daily life for people living in Peissen.

The Coat of Arms

Every town often has a special symbol called a coat of arms. Peissen has one too! These symbols are like a town's unique badge. They often show important parts of the town's history or what it's known for. The coat of arms for Peissen helps people recognize and identify the town.

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