Claußnitz is a municipality in the district of Mittelsachsen, in Saxony, Germany. It is located at an elevation of 300 meters (984 feet) above sea level, in the valley of the River Chemnitz, about 15 kilometers (9 miles) southeast of Chemnitz. The average annual temperature is 8.5 °C (47.3 °F), with an average annual precipitation of 700 millimeters (28 inches). Claußnitz was first mentioned in 1216, and its history is closely tied to the nearby city of Chemnitz. The town is home to several historical buildings, including the Claußnitz Castle, which was built in the 16th century.
Geographic Data for Claußnitz, Saxony, Germany
Latitude | 50° 56.000' |
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Longitude | 12° 53.000' |
Timezone | Europe/Berlin |