Aller

The Aller is a river system that extends 260 kilometers through Lower Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt, serving as the primary tributary of the Weser River. The waterway follows numerous winding curves through the northern German landscape, creating a network of flowing passages.

The river's name first appears in 781 as Alera in documents and later develops into variants like Elera in 803 and Alara in 1096. These linguistic changes show how Germanic naming practices evolved over centuries.

Riverside communities along the waterway maintain traditional water management through weir systems that regulate flow and support local agriculture. These practices shape how the landscape looks today and influence daily life in the surrounding villages.

In the lower section from Celle onward, the river functions as a federal waterway that allows year-round boat traffic. Visitors who want to explore the river can find regular access points to mooring areas and water routes along these stretches.

Near Gifhorn, there is a roughly 20-kilometer stretch where the river maintains its natural meandering course. This unmodified section stands out distinctly from the engineered sections found elsewhere along the river.

Location: Saxony-Anhalt

Location: Lower Saxony

Elevation above the sea: 8 m

GPS coordinates: 52.94582,9.18561

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:47