Kelheim

Kelheim is an administrative district in Lower Bavaria featuring rolling hills and a mix of small towns and rural communities spread across its territory. The landscape is shaped by two major rivers that carve through the terrain, creating valleys dotted with forests and open fields.

The area took its current administrative form in the mid-19th century when several smaller territories were unified under one authority. Since then, the region has grown into an important economic and cultural center for Lower Bavaria.

The area is shaped by its river valleys and the communities that have made their homes here for generations. The way locals interact with the Danube and its tributary rivers has influenced daily customs and traditions over time.

Visitors will find various smaller attractions here, from walking along river paths to exploring village structures and local markets. It helps to plan for longer travel times between locations, since distances can be greater and transportation connections are more limited in rural areas.

At the northwestern edge of the district, the Altmühl and Danube rivers meet at a confluence that marks a natural junction between different geological zones. This meeting point is visible and easily accessible, making it a special spot for paddlers and nature observers.

Location: Lower Bavaria

Inception: July 1, 1862

Capital city: Κέλχαϊμ

Elevation above the sea: 369 m

Shares border with: Landshut, Regensburg, Neumarkt, Eichstätt district, Pfaffenhofen, Freising

Website: http://landkreis-kelheim.de

GPS coordinates: 48.83000,11.83000

Latest update: December 18, 2025 20:12