Groß-Gerau (district) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Groß-Gerau
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Country | ![]() |
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State | Hesse | |
Adm. region | Darmstadt | |
Capital | Groß-Gerau | |
Area | ||
• Total | 453.05 km2 (174.92 sq mi) | |
Population
(2009)
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• Total | 253,502 | |
• Density | 559.545/km2 (1,449.216/sq mi) | |
Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
Vehicle registration | GG | |
Website | http://www.kreis-gross-gerau.de |
Groß-Gerau is a Kreis (which means a district or a county) located in the south of Hesse, a state in Germany. It's a busy and interesting area with many towns and communities.
This district is easy to find on a map because of two big rivers. The Main river forms the northern edge of the Groß-Gerau district. On its western side, you'll find the famous Rhine river. These rivers are important for both nature and transportation in the region.
Towns and Communities
The Groß-Gerau district is made up of several towns and smaller communities. Each one has its own unique character and history. Here are some of the main places you'll find in this district:
Main Towns
- Gernsheim
- Ginsheim-Gustavsburg
- Groß-Gerau (This is also the capital city of the district!)
- Kelsterbach
- Mörfelden-Walldorf
- Raunheim
- Riedstadt
- Rüsselsheim
Other Communities
- Biebesheim
- Bischofsheim
- Büttelborn
- Nauheim
- Stockstadt am Rhein
- Trebur
These towns and communities work together to make up the Groß-Gerau district. They offer homes, schools, and jobs for the people who live there.