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Freyung-Grafenau, Administrative district in Lower Bavaria, Germany

The district of Freyung-Grafenau extends across 984 square kilometers of land, encompassing 25 municipalities and substantial portions of the Bavarian Forest National Park.

The formation of Freyung-Grafenau district occurred on July 1, 1972, through the combination of the former districts of Grafenau and Wolfstein.

The district coat of arms displays a wolf representing Wolfstein territory and a bear symbolizing Grafenau, reflecting the merged administrative regions.

The district capital Freyung serves as the main administrative center, providing government services and infrastructure for approximately 79,603 residents.

The district contains multiple designated forest areas, including the Annathaler Wald, Graineter Wald, and Waldhäuserwald, contributing to its natural landscape.

Location: Lower Bavaria

Inception: July 1, 1972

Capital city: Freyung

Elevation above the sea: 693 m

Shares border with: Regen, Deggendorf, Passau, Klatovy District, Prachatice District, Český Krumlov District, Rohrbach District

Website: http://freyung-grafenau.de

GPS coordinates: 48.83000,13.50000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:54

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