Stadthagen, District capital in Schaumburg, Germany.
Description
Stadthagen is a district capital in the Schaumburg region of Lower Saxony situated at 72 meters elevation. The town spreads across green spaces and nature reserves that shape its open character.
History
The settlement was founded around 1224 by Count Adolf III of Holstein at the foot of Bückeberg and was originally called 'indago comitis', meaning count's enclosure. This founding marks the start of urban development in the region.
Culture
The castle shapes the town's character as a venue for exhibitions and regional events. Its Renaissance architecture from the 16th century shows how the place maintains its historical importance.
Practical
The train station sits on the Hanover-Minden railway line and connects the town to larger centers like Hanover. The central location offers good accessibility for visitors arriving by public transport.
Did you know?
Stone fortifications from the 14th century remain visible today, including a preserved tower at the Cattle Market that marks the medieval boundary. These remains show the former defensive structure and give a sense of the old town layout.
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Bückeberg
7.1 kmRittergut Remeringhausen
4.4 km
Schloss Stadthagen
901 m
Mausoleum of Prince Ernst
640 m
St-Martini-Kirche
616 m
St. Joseph
563 mBruchhof (Stadthagen)
3 km
Alter Steinbruch Liekwegen
5.2 km
Alte Bückeburg
7.9 kmFranziskanerkloster Stadthagen
776 m
Altes Rathaus (Stadthagen)
564 m
Stadtgarten Stadthagen
1 km
St.-Johannis-Kapelle Stadthagen
410 m
Ehemalige Synagoge Stadthagen
425 m
St. Josef
8.2 km
Lohhof
4.6 km
Jüdischer Friedhof
828 m
Kirche Zum Heiligen Kreuz
5.9 km
St. Jürgen
5 km
Gallhof
5.2 km
Klosterkirche (Stadthagen)
786 mGroßer Karl
6.5 km
Bremsschacht 7
6.7 km
Küppers Minna
745 m
Market Fountain
571 m
Museum Amtspforte Stadthagen
912 m
Relief Stadtgrundriss Stadthagen
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