Karlsruhe Government Region

The Karlsruhe Government Region is an administrative district in Baden-Württemberg covering a large area in southwestern Germany. It comprises several counties and urban areas, including major cities like Heidelberg, Mannheim, and Baden-Baden.

The Karlsruhe Government Region was established as one of four administrative districts in Baden-Württemberg and has served as a governance center since its creation. The region played an important role in reorganizing regional administration after World War II.

The region contains many museums and art institutions that shape daily life for people living here. These centers reflect how much education and culture matter to communities across the territory.

The region is well connected by public transportation, with rail and bus services linking its cities. Visitors can explore individual cities or plan longer journeys through the entire territory.

Karlsruhe is home to the Federal Constitutional Court and Federal Court of Justice, the highest courts in Germany. These institutions make fundamental decisions that affect the entire country, making this region the legal center of Germany.

Location: Baden-Württemberg

Inception: January 1, 1973

Capital city: Karlsruhe

Elevation above the sea: 120 m

Shares border with: Alsace, Lower Franconia

Website: http://rp-karlsruhe.de

GPS coordinates: 49.00000,8.50000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 01:15