| Falkenstein | ||
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| Coordinates: 50°28′N 12°22′E / 50.467°N 12.367°ECoordinates: 50°28′N 12°22′E / 50.467°N 12.367°E | ||
| Country | Germany | |
| State | Saxony | |
| District | Vogtlandkreis | |
| Government | ||
| • Mayor | Arndt Rauchalles (CDU) | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 31.05 km2 (11.99 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 575 m (1,886 ft) | |
| Population (2015-12-31) | ||
| • Total | 8,300 | |
| • Density | 270/km2 (690/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2) | |
| Postal codes | 08223, 08239 | |
| Dialling codes | 03745 | |
| Vehicle registration | V | |
Falkenstein is a town in the Vogtlandkreis district, in the Free State of Saxony, Germany. It is situated 4 km southwest of Auerbach, and 17 km east of Plauen.
Historical Population (ab 1960 31st December):