Country | Germany |
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State | North Rhine-Westphalia |
Admin. region | Düsseldorf |
District | Urban district |
Coordinates | 51°10′N 07°05′E |
Area | 89.45 km2 (34.54 sq mi) |
Highest elevation | 276 m (906 ft) |
Lowest elevation | 53 m (174 ft) |
Population | 158,957 |
Density | 1,800/km2 (4,600/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
Postal codes | 42601-42719 |
Dialling codes | 212 |
Vehicle registration | SG |
Website | www.solingen.de |
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Where is Solingen
Solingen is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia, a state in western Germany. It is part of the Bergisches Land region and is located to the northeast of Cologne and Düsseldorf. Solingen is known for its historical significance in the manufacturing of blades, cutlery, and knives, earning it the nickname "City of Blades."