Rhein-Lahn-Kreis facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Rhein-Lahn
District
Coat of arms
Country	Germany
State	Rhineland-Palatinate
Capital	Bad Ems
Area
• Total	782.34 km2 (302.06 sq mi)
Population  (2013)
• Total	121,375
• Density	155.1435/km2 (401.820/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Vehicle registration	EMS, DIZ, GOH
Website	rhein-lahn-kreis.de

The Rhein-Lahn-Kreis is a special kind of area in Germany called a district. It's located in the eastern part of a state named Rhineland-Palatinate. The main town, or capital, of this district is Bad Ems. Districts like Rhein-Lahn-Kreis help manage local services and connect many smaller towns and villages.

Discovering Rhein-Lahn-Kreis

The Rhein-Lahn-Kreis is an interesting place with a mix of towns and beautiful nature. It's named after two important features: the Rhine River (Rhein) and the Lahn River. These rivers play a big role in the area's geography and history.

Where is Rhein-Lahn-Kreis Located?

This district is found in the western part of Germany. It sits within the state of Rhineland-Palatinate. Being close to the Rhine and Lahn rivers means it has lovely river valleys and hills. This makes it a popular spot for outdoor activities.

How is the District Organized?

Germany is divided into different administrative areas. A Kreis or district, like Rhein-Lahn-Kreis, is one of these. It helps organize local government and services for the people living there.

Inside the Rhein-Lahn-Kreis, there are different types of communities:

• There is one big town that manages itself, called a Verband-free town.
• Most other towns and villages are grouped into larger units called Verbandsgemeinden. Think of these as groups of smaller communities that work together for some services.

The Capital: Bad Ems

The capital of Rhein-Lahn-Kreis is the town of Bad Ems. This town is famous for its natural springs and spas. People have visited Bad Ems for centuries to relax and enjoy the healing waters. It's a historic town with beautiful buildings and parks.

Towns and Communities in the District

The Rhein-Lahn-Kreis includes one large independent town and several groups of smaller towns and villages.

• Lahnstein is the Verband-free town. This means it manages its own affairs without being part of a larger group of communities.

• The district also has five Verbandsgemeinden, which are groups of smaller towns and villages working together. These groups are:
  • Aar-Einrich
  • Bad Ems-Nassau
  • Diez
  • Loreley
  • Nastätten

Each of these Verbandsgemeinden has its own main town, which is often where their offices are located. For example, Katzenelnbogen is the main town for Aar-Einrich, and Nastätten is the main town for the Nastätten group. Some of these main towns are also officially recognized as "towns" themselves, like Nassau and Diez.

Images for kids

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  The coat of arms for Rhein-Lahn-Kreis.

• Bad Ems Kurpark.jpg

  The beautiful Kurpark in Bad Ems.

See also

In Spanish: Distrito de Rin-Lahn para niños