Neuwied
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
Neuwied is a town in Rhineland-Palatinate, situated on the east bank of the Rhine near Koblenz. It was founded in 1653 by Count Frederick III of Wied as a fortress and a haven for religious refugees. The town is historically significant for its early industrial development and tolerance.
Statistics
Area
86.50 km²
Population
66,243