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Neunkirchen is a town and a municipality in Saarland, Germany. It is the largest town in, but not the seat of the district of Neunkirchen. It is situated on the river Blies, approximately 20 kilometers northeast of Saarbrucken. With about 50,000 inhabitants, Neunkirchen is the 2nd largest city of the Saarland. In the past, Neunkirchen's economy has been shaped almost exclusively by coal and steel. With the decline of this industry sector, Neunkirchen's economy had to face drastic changes and underwent a significant shift towards the service sector, although smaller industries are still remaining.
Neunkirchen belonged to the principality of Nassau-Saarbrucken, who erected two casles nearby which do not exist any more today. Neunkirchen was awarded township as late as 1922, after having been the largest municipality in Europe for some time. Population in the year 2005 was 49,783 with population density of 663 per square kilometers. Its area is 75.08 square kilometers and has an elevation of 252 meters from sea level.
Neunkirchen, justifiably so, enjoys a very positive reputation with worldwide travelers, and is one of the most visited place. It is also said the place of best geographical environment and can trace its origin back to prehistoric times. Presently, Neunkirchen experiences a sharp social, economic and population growth derivative of the strategic position of the locality and the high level of well-being and quality of life that is enjoyed with respect to other places of Germany.

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