Rastede

Rastede is a municipality in the Ammerland region of Lower Saxony with several districts and residential areas spread across flat terrain. The area features green spaces and typical facilities including schools, shops, and local businesses serving the residents.

The settlement emerged from a Benedictine abbey established in the 11th century, which later became Schloss Rastede, a palatial residence. This shift from religious to aristocratic use shaped the area across the following centuries.

The place maintains the character of a rural German community, where residential areas and open spaces coexist peacefully. You can observe how local traditions and modern country life sit together here.

The municipality lies north of Oldenburg and is connected to the region by rail service linking to larger cities. The flat landscape and wide streets make it easy to move around or explore by bicycle.

The place is home to a major manufacturer of aircraft components, whose products are used in planes around the world. This business shows how a rural community can host advanced manufacturing.

Location: Ammerland

Inception: 1059

Elevation above the sea: 18 m

Shares border with: Wiefelstede, Oldenburg, Varel

Website: https://rastede.de

GPS coordinates: 53.25000,8.20000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:12