Vechta

Vechta is an administrative district in Lower Saxony with the city of Vechta as its administrative hub. The area encompasses several municipalities across a region known for its rural character and mix of villages and towns.

The district was established in 1939 and initially belonged to the Free State of Oldenburg. After World War II, it was integrated into Lower Saxony in 1946.

The district maintains strong administrative traditions through its participation in the Niedersächsischer Landkreistag, representing local interests at the state level.

The district is well connected by roads and railways to larger cities in the region. The relatively flat terrain makes it easy to navigate through different parts of the area.

The district is strongly shaped by agricultural traditions, particularly cattle and pig farming that remain visible in the farmhouse architecture scattered throughout the region. These rural practices continue to influence daily life and the local economy.

Location: Lower Saxony

Inception: 1939

Capital city: Vechta

Elevation above the sea: 27 m

Shares border with: Osnabrück, Oldenburg, Diepholz, Cloppenburg

Website: https://landkreis-vechta.de

GPS coordinates: 52.67000,8.25000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 22:42