Ostalbkreis facts for kids
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Ostalbkreis
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State | Baden-Württemberg | |
Adm. region | Stuttgart | |
Region | Ostwürttemberg | |
Capital | Aalen | |
Area | ||
• Total | 1,511.5 km2 (583.6 sq mi) | |
Population
(12.31.2008)
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• Total | 313,576 | |
• Density | 207.460/km2 (537.319/sq mi) | |
Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
Vehicle registration | AA, GD | |
Website | http://www.ostalbkreis.de |
The Ostalbkreis is a special area in eastern Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It's called a Landkreis or district. Think of it like a county in other countries.
This district is in the eastern part of the Swabian Jura mountains. It's a beautiful area with hills and valleys. Important rivers like the Rems, the Jagst, and the Kocher flow through the district.
Towns and Communities in Ostalbkreis
The Ostalbkreis district is made up of many different towns and smaller communities. These places work together as part of the district.
Some of the main towns in the Ostalbkreis are:
- Aalen: This is the capital city of the district.
- Schwäbisch Gmünd: Another large and important town.
- Ellwangen (Jagst)
- Bopfingen
- Heubach
- Lorch (Württemberg)
- Neresheim
- Oberkochen
Besides these towns, there are many smaller communities. They all help make the Ostalbkreis a lively place to live.
See also
In Spanish: Distrito de Ostalb para niños
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