Bassum

Bassum is an urban municipality in Diepholz, Lower Saxony, spanning a larger area with several residential communities. The town functions as an administrative center providing services and public facilities for residents.

The town's coat of arms displays linden leaves commemorating municipal consolidations and bear claws from the Counts of Hoya's heritage. These symbols reflect the historical ties that shaped the region.

The town maintains long-standing partnerships with towns in France, Lithuania, and England that shape its international character today. These connections appear in regular exchange programs and shared projects that enrich community life.

The town is conveniently located between larger regional centers with good accessibility for visitors and travelers. Main administrative buildings are easy to locate and serve as helpful orientation points.

Each of the several communities has retained its own character while operating under unified administration. This balance between local identity and shared governance is what makes the town's structure distinctive.

Location: Diepholz

Elevation above the sea: 35 m

Shares border with: Syke, Neuenkirchen, Twistringen

Website: https://bassum.de

GPS coordinates: 52.84944,8.72667

Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:29