Tübingen

Tübingen district is located in Baden-Württemberg and spans diverse landscapes shaped by the Neckar River valley and the Schönbuch forest, populated by smaller towns and villages. The area blends urban centers with more rural zones, creating a mix of different settlement patterns.

The district evolved from the historical Oberamt Tübingen, an administrative structure from earlier Württemberg times. Successive reforms over the decades reshaped its boundaries and organization into the form it has today.

The university city of Tübingen serves as a cultural anchor for the surrounding area, influencing life in the smaller communities nearby. The large student population shapes the region's character and creates a youthful, academic energy that extends beyond the city itself.

The area maintains good connections to Stuttgart and neighboring regions, making it easy to travel between the various communities. Established road and rail networks support both daily commuting and tourism across the territory.

The coat of arms displays a medieval banner from the Counts of Tübingen mounted on a spear, symbolizing the region's former nobility and authority. This historic emblem reflects the ruling power that once shaped the territory.

Location: Tübingen Government Region

Capital city: Tübingen

Elevation above the sea: 328 m

Shares border with: Böblingen district, Reutlingen, Zollernalbkreis, Freudenstadt, Calw District

Website: http://kreis-tuebingen.de

GPS coordinates: 48.52000,9.05000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:05