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Things to see in Köthen (Anhalt) (Germany): 25 places and when to go
Köthen (Anhalt) is a town in Germany, and this site lists 25 places in and around it, mainly History (13), Wildlife (6), Nature (5). The best known are Schloss Mosigkau, Schloss Großkühnau and Schloss Köthen. The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 35. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 51.7488, 11.9686
- Places
- 25 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (13) · Wildlife (6) · Nature (5) · Temples (3) · Museums and art (2) · With kids (2)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- BER Berlin, 125 km as the crow flies
What to see in Köthen (Anhalt)
The places in and around Köthen (Anhalt), best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Schloss MosigkauCastle in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany14 km
- Schloss GroßkühnauPalace in Dessau-Roßlau, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany19 km
- Schloss KöthenGerman schloss787 m
- St. Jakob, KöthenChurch building in Köthen, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany452 m
- Kloster PetersbergHistory · Temples17 km
- KornhausRestaurant in Dessau-Roßlau, Germany21 km
- Wulfener BruchwiesenNature reserve in Sachsen-Anhalt, Germany11 km
- Laubenganghaus, DessauResidential building in Dessau-Roßlau, Germany20 km
- Carl-Loewe-MuseumMuseum in Löbejün, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany13 km
- Dessauer TorturmCity gate13 km
- Diebziger BuschNature reserve in Sachsen-Anhalt, Germany13 km
- Gerlebogker TeicheNature reserve in Sachsen-Anhalt, Germany10 km
- Großsteingrab DrosaHistory9.7 km
- Großsteingrab SchortewitzArchaeological site11 km
- megalithic tomb "Steinerne Hütte"Megalithic tomb in Nienburg (Saale) in Germany11 km
- Museum Synagoge GröbzigMuseum9.8 km
- Neolith-TeichNature reserve in Sachsen-Anhalt, Germany8.9 km
- PohlsbergTumulus in Nienburg (Saale) in Germany12 km
- Schlosskirche St. Aegidien (Bernburg)History · Temples17 km
- VogteiNature reserve in Sachsen-Anhalt, Germany15 km
- Erlebnisbad "Saaleperle"With kids18 km
- E11 European long distance pathWalking path in Europe2.9 km
- Lutherweg Sachsen-AnhaltHiking9.9 km
- Tauchclub Triton e.V.Dive site464 m
And the other 1, by what you come to do:
- With kids: Tierpark Köthen
When to go to Köthen (Anhalt)
The best time to visit Köthen (Anhalt) is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:03
- FebPossible9:41
- MarPossible11:31
- AprBest time13:37
- MayBest time15:24
- JunBest time16:25
- JulBest time16:00
- AugBest time14:25
- SepBest time12:23
- OctBest time10:21
- NovPossible8:31
- DecBest time7:35
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 35. In June, 25 of the 25 places are at their best.
When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Köthen (Anhalt)
The nearest main airport is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER, Berlin), 125 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Köthen (Anhalt)?
The best known: Schloss Mosigkau, Schloss Großkühnau, Schloss Köthen, St. Jakob, Köthen, Kloster Petersberg. In all, 25 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Köthen (Anhalt)?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 35.
How do you get to Köthen (Anhalt)?
The nearest main airport is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), 125 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Köthen (Anhalt) as the destination and these 25 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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