Weser-Ems Government Region

Weser-Ems was an administrative region in northern Lower Saxony that stretched from the Dutch border to the Weser River. It included twelve districts and five independent cities, among them major centers like Oldenburg and Osnabrück.

The region was formed on August 1, 1977, when three previous administrative districts—Osnabrück, Aurich, and Oldenburg—were merged together. This consolidation was part of a broader administrative reform in Lower Saxony to streamline government structures.

The administrative region reflected local traditions and identities of its constituent districts, each maintaining distinct characteristics rooted in their histories. Residents identified with their home districts first, yet shared connections through shared governance structures and regional institutions.

The region was accessible through several major cities that served as regional hubs with good transportation connections. The terrain varied from coastal lowlands in the north to agricultural areas in the south, offering visitors different landscape experiences.

The region was dissolved in 2004 when Lower Saxony reorganized its administrative structure once again, merging it back into other governmental divisions. This marked the end of nearly 30 years of existence as a separate administrative entity.

Location: Lower Saxony

Inception: August 1, 1977

GPS coordinates: 53.04105,8.88019

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:44