Geesthacht

Geesthacht sits on the right bank of the Elbe roughly 34 kilometers southeast of Hamburg. The town spreads across flat land and offers direct connections to larger centers in the surrounding region.

The settlement began around 800 with a church and first appeared in written records in 1216. Its location on the Elbe River later made it a key point for trade and transport.

The community along the Elbe has shaped how people live and work here over generations. You see this in local shops, clubs, and gathering places where residents connect and spend their everyday lives.

The town is easy to reach from Hamburg using public transportation. Visitors can find parking nearby and explore different parts of the area on foot.

A factory in one district became the world's first explosives plant when it opened. This early industrial venture left lasting marks on local economic development.

Location: District of Duchy of Lauenburg

Elevation above the sea: 27 m

Shares border with: Tespe, Escheburg, Kröppelshagen-Fahrendorf

Website: https://geesthacht.de

GPS coordinates: 53.43750,10.36750

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:14