Wolfenbüttel district

Wolfenbüttel district is an administrative region in southeastern Lower Saxony covering 722 square kilometers (279 square miles). The independent city of Salzgitter divides it into two separate sections, with the city of Wolfenbüttel serving as the administrative hub.

The district emerged in 1832 following administrative reforms of the Duchy of Brunswick into separate regional territories. This reorganization established the framework that has continued into the modern era.

The district's coat of arms displays a lion from the House of Welf, reflecting the medieval rule of this influential family across the region. You'll see this symbol throughout, connecting residents to their shared past.

The district comprises 37 municipalities and several unincorporated areas spread across varied landscapes with urban, rural, and wooded zones. Visitors should be aware that the two sections are separated by Salzgitter, which can affect travel planning between them.

The district maintains international partnerships with Cachan in France, Rhondda Cynon Taff in Wales, and Września in Poland. These connections foster cultural exchange and economic cooperation across borders.

Location: Lower Saxony

Inception: 1833

Capital city: Wolfenbüttel

Elevation above the sea: 87 m

Part of: Regionalverband Großraum Braunschweig, Braunschweig region

Shares border with: Helmstedt District, Brunswick, Goslar district, Salzgitter, Hildesheim, Harz District

Website: https://lkwf.de

GPS coordinates: 52.16667,10.58333

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:48