Loket

town in the Czech Republic

Loket (German: Elbogen) is a town in Sokolov District in the Karlovy Vary Region of the Czech Republic. About 3,100 people live there. The town is known for the Loket Castle, a 12th-century Gothic castle.

Loket
A view of Loket
A view of Loket
Flag of Loket
Coat of arms of Loket
Loket is located in Czech Republic
Loket
Loket
Location in the Czech Republic
Coordinates: 50°11′10″N 12°45′15″E / 50.18611°N 12.75417°E / 50.18611; 12.75417
Country Czech Republic
RegionKarlovy Vary
DistrictSokolov
First mentioned1234
Government
 • MayorZdeněk Bednář
Area
 • Total26.73 km2 (10.32 sq mi)
Elevation
427 m (1,401 ft)
Population
 (2024-01-01)[1]
 • Total3,071
 • Density110/km2 (300/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
357 33
Websitewww.loket.cz

Twin towns

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References

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  1. "Population of Municipalities – 1 January 2024". Czech Statistical Office. 2024-05-17.

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