Osterholz

Osterholz is an administrative district in Lower Saxony that spans a sizable area between the Hamme and Wümme rivers. The region includes multiple towns and villages tied together by local government and shared services.

The district took its current form in 1932 through administrative reorganization and went through several governmental changes over the following decades. These transformations reflected broader shifts in how the region was managed and governed.

Osterholz-Scharmbeck serves as the administrative hub where residents gather for local government services and community events. The town shapes how people across the district connect and organize their public life.

The district is well-positioned for visitors thanks to connections with neighboring regions and access to regional transport networks. Those exploring the area can make use of these convenient transportation links.

The northern part contains the Teufelsmoor, one of Germany's largest surviving fen areas with distinctive wetland landscapes and rare plant life. This natural zone draws visitors seeking to experience the wilder character of the land.

Location: Lower Saxony

Inception: 1932

Capital city: Osterholz-Scharmbeck

Elevation above the sea: 3 m

Shares border with: Cuxhaven district, Wesermarsch, Verden district, Bremen, Rotenburg (Wümme) district

Website: https://landkreis-osterholz.de

GPS coordinates: 53.25000,8.83000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:59