Bad Dürkheim (district) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bad Dürkheim
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| Country |  Germany |
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| State | Rhineland-Palatinate | ||
| Capital | Bad Dürkheim | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 595 km2 (230 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(2000)
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| • Total | 135,000 | ||
| • Density | 226.9/km2 (587.6/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Vehicle registration | DÜW | ||
| Website | kreis-bad-duerkheim.de | ||
Bad Dürkheim is a district in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. A district is like a large area that includes many towns and villages. It helps organize local government and services. This district is special because it's located right on the eastern edge of the beautiful Palatinate Forest.
About Bad Dürkheim District
The Bad Dürkheim district is a lovely part of Germany. It's known for its scenic landscapes and charming towns. The district is home to about 135,000 people. The main town and capital of the district is also called Bad Dürkheim.
Where is it located?
The district of Bad Dürkheim is in the western part of Germany. It's in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate. This area is famous for its vineyards and forests. The Palatinate Forest is a large, beautiful forest. It offers many opportunities for hiking and enjoying nature.
Towns and Villages
The Bad Dürkheim district is made up of several towns and many smaller villages. These places work together to form the district. Here are some of the main towns:
- Bad Dürkheim: This is the capital of the district. It's a well-known spa town.
- Grünstadt: Another important town in the district.
- Haßloch: This is a large, independent municipality within the district.
The district also includes many other smaller communities. These are grouped into what are called Verbandsgemeinden. A Verbandsgemeinde is a group of smaller towns and villages that share administrative services. This helps them work together more efficiently. Some of these groups include:
- Deidesheim
- Freinsheim
- Lambrecht
- Leiningerland
- Wachenheim
These groups help manage things like schools, roads, and other local services for their communities.
See also
In Spanish: Distrito de Bad Dürkheim para niños
