Wittenberg

Wittenberg district is an administrative area in Saxony-Anhalt stretching along the Elbe River, characterized by forests and gently rolling hills. The nine towns in the district are linked by a network of waterways and green spaces that define this rural region's character.

The area was for centuries a significant place for religious thought and movements that changed Europe's course. The current administrative structure emerged in 2007 when smaller districts merged into the form visitors see today.

The region carries the mark of Martin Luther and the Reformation, with many towns displaying churches and memorials connected to this religious history. Walking through the area, you notice how this spiritual heritage shapes the identity of communities across the district.

The region is excellent for exploring by bicycle, with a well-developed network of paths connecting the various towns. The Elbe River and surrounding landscape offer plenty of opportunities to discover the area on your own or join guided walks.

The Dessau-Wörlitz Garden Kingdom lies partly within the district, a remarkable collection of 18th-century landscaped parks and palaces. This baroque landscape art reveals a distinctive vision of nature and architecture that takes visitors back in time.

Location: Saxony-Anhalt

Capital city: Lutherstadt Wittenberg

Elevation above the sea: 66 m

Shares border with: Potsdam-Mittelmark District, Teltow-Fläming District, Anhalt-Bitterfeld, Dessau-Roßlau, Elbe-Elster District, Nordsachsen

Website: https://landkreis-wittenberg.de

GPS coordinates: 51.80000,12.68333

Latest update: December 13, 2025 15:37