# Miesitz

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Municipality in Thuringia, Germany

Miesitz Municipality Coat of arms Location of Miesitz within Saale-Orla-Kreis district Location of Miesitz Miesitz Show map of Germany Miesitz Show map of Thuringia Coordinates: 50°44′28″N 11°50′1″E / 50.74111°N 11.83361°E / 50.74111; 11.83361 Country Germany State Thuringia District Saale-Orla-Kreis Municipal assoc. Triptis Government • Mayor (2022–28) Michael Liersch[1] Area • Total 4.45 km2 (1.72 sq mi) Elevation 330 m (1,080 ft) Population (2024-12-31)[2] • Total 269 • Density 60.4/km2 (157/sq mi) Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET) • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST) Postal codes 07819 Dialling codes 036482 Vehicle registration SOK Website www.triptis.de

**Miesitz** (German pronunciation: [\[ˈmiːzɪts\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Help:IPA/Standard_German)) is a municipality in the district of [Saale-Orla-Kreis](/source/Saale-Orla-Kreis), in the state of [Thuringia](/source/Thuringia), Germany. It is part of the [municipal association](/source/Municipal_association_(Germany)) known as [Triptis](/source/Triptis_(Verwaltungsgemeinschaft)).

## Geography

Miesitz is located in the southeastern region of Thuringia, approximately 70 kilometers south of [Erfurt](/source/Erfurt) and 40 kilometers east of [Jena](/source/Jena). The municipality sits at an elevation of about 330 meters above sea level and covers an area of 4.42 square kilometers.[3] The surrounding area is characterized by rolling hills, forests, and agricultural land.

## History

The first documented mention of Miesitz dates back to the early [Middle Ages](/source/Middle_Ages), though the exact date is unclear. Over the centuries, it has remained a small, rural village with a strong agricultural tradition. During the [German Democratic Republic](/source/German_Democratic_Republic) (East Germany) era, the region was primarily used for collective farming. Since the reunification of Germany, Miesitz has seen gradual development, with a focus on preserving its historical and rural charm.

## Demographics

As of the latest census, the population of Miesitz is approximately 340 residents.[4] The village has a low population density, providing a quiet, rural lifestyle typical of the Thuringian countryside.

## Local government

Miesitz is governed by a local mayor, currently Michael Liersch, who was elected for the term 2022-2028.[5] The municipality collaborates with neighboring towns as part of the Triptis municipal association for administrative functions.

## Economy and infrastructure

Historically, Miesitz's economy has been driven by agriculture. Today, it remains a largely agricultural community, with some small businesses and local trades. The village is connected to the regional road network and is accessible via the A9 motorway, making it convenient for travel to larger cities like Jena and Erfurt.[6]

## References

1. **[^](#cite_ref-1)** [Gewählte Bürgermeister - aktuelle Landesübersicht](https://wahlen.thueringen.de/datenbank/wahl1/wahl.asp?wahlart=BM&wJahr=0000&zeigeErg=LAND&auswertung=2), Freistaat Thüringen, accessed 10 November 2022.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-2)** ["Bevölkerung der Gemeinden vom Thüringer Landesamt für Statistik"](https://statistik.thueringen.de/datenbank/TabAnzeige.asp?GGglied=1&GGTabelle=gem&tabelle=gg000102&startpage=99&datcsv=&richtung=&sortiere=&vorspalte=0&anzahlH=-3&fontgr=12&mkro=&AnzeigeAuswahl=&XLS=&auswahlNr=&felder=0&felder=1&felder=2&zeit=2024%7C%7Cs1&anzahlZellen=2172) (in German). [Thüringer Landesamt für Statistik](/source/Th%C3%BCringer_Landesamt_f%C3%BCr_Statistik).

1. **[^](#cite_ref-GeoData_3-0)** ["Gemeinde Miesitz"](https://www.statistik.thueringen.de/datenbank/portrait.asp?auswahl=gem&nr=73065). Statistical Office of Thuringia. Retrieved November 18, 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-Demography_4-0)** ["Miesitz Population Data"](https://www.saale-orla-kreis.de/statistik). Saale-Orla-Kreis Official Website. Retrieved November 18, 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-Mayor_5-0)** ["Election of Mayor in Miesitz"](https://www.triptis.de/verwaltungsgemeinschaft/miesitz). Verwaltungsgemeinschaft Triptis. Retrieved November 18, 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-Economy_6-0)** ["Economy in Saale-Orla-Kreis"](https://www.saale-orla-kreis.de/wirtschaft). Saale-Orla-Kreis Official Website. Retrieved November 18, 2024.

## External links

- [Official Website of Verwaltungsgemeinschaft Triptis]([https://www.triptis.de/verwaltungsgemeinschaft/miesitz](https://www.triptis.de/verwaltungsgemeinschaft/miesitz))

- [Saale-Orla-Kreis Official Website]([https://www.saale-orla-kreis.de](https://www.saale-orla-kreis.de))

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