Steinbach am Wald

Steinbach is a municipality in the district of Kronach in Bavaria in Germany.

Steinbach a.Wald
Coat of arms
Location of Steinbach a.Wald within Kronach district
Steinbach a.Wald
Steinbach a.Wald
Coordinates: 50°25′57″N 11°21′39″E
CountryGermany
StateBavaria
Admin. regionOberfranken
DistrictKronach
Subdivisions9 Ortsteile
Government
  MayorThomas Löffler[1] (CSU)
Area
  Total35.47 km2 (13.70 sq mi)
Elevation
584 m (1,916 ft)
Population
 (2019-12-31)[2]
  Total3,087
  Density87/km2 (230/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+01:00 (CET)
  Summer (DST)UTC+02:00 (CEST)
Postal codes
96361
Dialling codes09263, 09268, 09269
Vehicle registrationKC
Websitewww.steinbach-am-wald.de

History

The village was first mentioned in 1190. Until 1388 it was part of 'Eygen Teuschnitz', a large estate of Langheim monastery.

Economy

Biggest employer is Wiegand-Glas with branches in Großbreitenbach, Slovakia and South Africa.

Events

Every July, an association called "Zechgemeinschaft" celebrates the traditional fair. Unmarried young people dress themselves with the traditional clothes of the village and invite their guests to dance with them to typical music. In August, the rifle club's festival takes place.

References

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