Herzogtum Lauenburg facts for kids
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Herzogtum Lauenburg
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| Country |  Germany |
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| State | Schleswig-Holstein | |
| Capital | Ratzeburg | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1,263 km2 (488 sq mi) | |
| Population | ||
| • Total | 182,600 | |
| • Density | 144.58/km2 (374.45/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Vehicle registration | RZ | |
| Website | herzogtum-lauenburg.de | |
Herzogtum Lauenburg is a district located in the southernmost part of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. It's a beautiful area known for its many lakes and green spaces. The district is home to the Lauenburg Lakes Nature Park, which is a great place for outdoor activities and enjoying nature.
This district is also sometimes called the "Duchy of Lauenburg" because of its long history. It has a mix of larger towns and smaller communities, all working together to make up this part of Germany.
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Exploring Herzogtum Lauenburg: Towns and Communities
Herzogtum Lauenburg has several important towns and many smaller communities. These places are grouped together to help manage local services.
Main Towns in the District
Some of the biggest and most well-known towns in Herzogtum Lauenburg include:
- Geesthacht: This is the largest town in the district.
- Lauenburg/Elbe: Located right on the Elbe River.
- Mölln: Famous for its medieval history and the legend of Till Eulenspiegel.
- Ratzeburg: The capital of the district, known for its island old town surrounded by lakes.
- Schwarzenbek: A busy town with good connections.
- Wentorf bei Hamburg: A community close to the big city of Hamburg.
How Communities are Organized: Ämter
In Germany, smaller towns and villages often group together to share administrative tasks. These groups are called Ämter (singular: Amt). It's like several small neighborhoods sharing one main office for things like schools, roads, and public safety. Each Amt has a main town where its office is located.
Here are some of the Ämter in Herzogtum Lauenburg:
- Berkenthin
- Breitenfelde (main office in Mölln)
- Büchen
- Hohe Elbgeest (main office in Dassendorf)
- Lauenburgische Seen (main office in Ratzeburg)
- Lütau (main office in Lauenburg/Elbe)
- Sandesneben-Nusse (main office in Sandesneben)
- Schwarzenbek-Land (main office in Schwarzenbek)
This system helps the smaller communities get the services they need efficiently.
See also
In Spanish: Distrito del Ducado de Lauenburgo para niños
