Osterholz facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Osterholz
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| Country |  Germany |
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| State | Lower Saxony | |
| Capital | Osterholz-Scharmbeck | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 650.73 km2 (251.25 sq mi) | |
| Population | ||
| • Total | 110,882 | |
| • Density | 170.3963/km2 (441.324/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Vehicle registration | OHZ | |
| Website | landkreis-osterholz.de | |
Osterholz is a special area in Lower Saxony, Germany. It's called a Landkreis in German, which means a district or county. Think of it like a region that has several towns and smaller communities working together. Osterholz is known for its beautiful nature and friendly towns.
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What is a District?
A district like Osterholz is a type of local government area in Germany. It helps manage things for the people living there. This includes schools, roads, and public services. It's a way to organize different towns and villages under one bigger administration.
Towns and Communities
The Osterholz district is made up of several towns and smaller communities. Each one has its own unique charm and history. Here are some of the main places you'll find in the district:
Main Towns
- Osterholz-Scharmbeck: This is the biggest town in the district. It's also the capital, which means it's where the main offices for the district government are located.
Other Communities
There are also several other important communities in the Osterholz district. These are called "free municipalities" because they manage their own local affairs.
- Grasberg
- Lilienthal
- Ritterhude
- Schwanewede
- Worpswede
Groups of Villages (Samtgemeinden)
Some smaller villages in the district team up to form a "Samtgemeinde." This is a group of communities that share some services.
- Hambergen: This group includes several villages:
- Axstedt
- Hambergen (This is the main village for this group)
- Holste
- Lübberstedt
- Vollersode
Location and Size
The Osterholz district is located in the northern part of Germany, within the state of Lower Saxony. It covers an area of about 650 square kilometers (which is about 250 square miles). That's a pretty good size!
People Living Here
As of 2013, over 110,000 people lived in the Osterholz district. This means it's a lively area with many communities and neighborhoods. The population density is about 170 people per square kilometer.
See also
In Spanish: Distrito de Osterholz para niños
