Steinburg

Steinburg is a rural district in southwestern Schleswig-Holstein situated between other administrative regions. The district spans an agricultural landscape with Itzehoe serving as the administrative center, home to key government offices, schools, and technical research institutions.

The region emerged from a medieval castle first recorded in 1307 that served as the seat of Holstein dukes for centuries. The fortress was destroyed in the 17th century, but shaped the area's political importance for generations.

The village of Wacken hosts an annual metal music festival that draws enthusiasts from around the world each August. The event shapes local life and turns the place into a meeting point for a global music community.

The area can be explored using various transportation methods, with Itzehoe serving as a convenient base for visiting local attractions and museums. In the flat countryside, bicycles and cars are particularly practical for getting around between different locations.

Near the municipality of Neuendorf-Sachsenbande lies Germany's lowest natural point at about 3.5 meters (11 feet) below sea level. This geographical oddity makes the area a rare spot with such an extreme elevation.

Location: Schleswig-Holstein

Inception: 1867

Capital city: Itzehoe

Elevation above the sea: 15 m

Shares border with: Dithmarschen, Rendsburg-Eckernförde, Segeberg District, Pinneberg, Stade

Website: https://steinburg.de

GPS coordinates: 53.92000,9.50000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:31