Altmarkkreis Salzwedel

Altmarkkreis Salzwedel is an administrative district in northwestern Saxony-Anhalt, characterized by forests, heaths, and natural lakes. The territory encompasses several towns and municipalities that form this rural area with its varied landscapes.

The administrative area was created in 1994 through the merger of four former districts and parts of a fifth into a new region. This consolidation brought historically distinct areas under one administrative framework.

The area is known for its standing stones and archaeological sites that reveal traces of ancient settlements. Visitors can encounter these remnants of prehistory scattered across the landscape, which has been shaped by this long history.

The administrative center is located in Salzwedel and manages the area with its various municipalities and towns. Visitors can find the main administrative office there and from there explore the individual places and landscapes of the territory.

The area is home to Drömling, an extensive wetland with rich plant and animal life that extends into the neighboring district. This natural area serves as a rare habitat for many specialized plant and animal species in the region.

Location: Saxony-Anhalt

Inception: 1994

Capital city: Salzwedel

Elevation above the sea: 41 m

Shares border with: Uelzen District, Lüchow-Dannenberg District, Gifhorn, Stendal District, Börde district

Website: https://altmarkkreis-salzwedel.de

GPS coordinates: 52.68333,11.21667

Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:44