Haldensleben

Haldensleben is a district capital in the Börde district, located on the Ohre river and connected by the Mittelland Canal. The town serves as an administrative center for the surrounding municipalities and maintains local services for residents and visitors.

Emperor Otto I mentioned the Saxon fortress of hahaldeslevo in a 966 deed, establishing the earliest written record of the settlement. The location grew into a strategic point along medieval trade routes through the region.

The town maintains both Protestant and Catholic churches, with the cultural center KulturFabrik organizing 121 events throughout the calendar year.

The town is easily accessible along the Ohre valley and provides standard municipal services for daily needs. Its central location in the Börde region makes it a convenient base for exploring surrounding areas.

The monument in the main square features an unusual medieval depiction: a Roland figure mounted on horseback rather than the traditional standing form. This representation is found nowhere else in the world and symbolizes historic town rights in a distinctive way.

Location: Börde district

Elevation above the sea: 54 m

Website: https://haldensleben.de

GPS coordinates: 52.28333,11.41667

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:15