Vetluzhsky District

Vetluzhsky District is an administrative raion in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast covering approximately 3000 square kilometers. The territory comprises Vetluga city as the main center alongside nine additional administrative divisions combining urban and rural communities.

The district was established in 1929 as part of Gorki Krai and underwent several administrative restructurings in subsequent decades. It eventually became incorporated into Nizhny Novgorod Oblast where it continues to exist today.

The district maintains traditional Russian rural life through its nine administrative councils, where residents participate in regional festivals and preserve local customs.

The administrative office in Vetluga city serves the population distributed across various settlements throughout the district. Visitors can explore the area via regional road networks and access local services in Vetluga.

Population in the district declined significantly from approximately 61000 residents in the 1930s to around 13000 today. This dramatic shift reflects broader migration patterns affecting the region.

Location: Nizhny Novgorod Oblast

Inception: 1929

Capital city: Vetluga

Website: https://vetluga.nobl.ru

GPS coordinates: 57.85560,45.78110

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:22