Sonneberg Rural District facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Landkreis Sonneberg
District
Country	Germany
State	Thuringia
Capital	Sonneberg
Area
• Total	433 km2 (167 sq mi)
Population  (2002)
• Total	66,562
• Density	153.72/km2 (398.1/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Vehicle registration	SON
Website	http://www.lkson.de

Sonneberg is a special area in the south of Thuringia, Germany. It's like a county or a rural district, which is called a Landkreis in German. This region is known for its beautiful nature and interesting history.

A Look at Sonneberg's Past

The Sonneberg district was first created in 1868. This was when many new districts were made in a place called Saxe-Meiningen. Later, in 1952, some parts of Sonneberg became a new district called Neuhaus am Rennweg. But in 1994, the Neuhaus am Rennweg district was closed down. This meant that the Sonneberg district got back its original size and shape.

What Does the Coat of Arms Mean?

The coat of arms for Sonneberg district tells a story. It shows symbols from the old states and areas that make up the district today. The lion in the top-left corner is a symbol of the County of Meißen. In the top-right, you see a symbol that looks like sheep shears. This represents the old Lords of Sonneberg. The bottom-left shows the symbol of the Counts of Schaumberg-Rauenstein. Finally, the bottom-right corner has the coat of arms of Saxony. All these symbols together show the rich history of the region.

Towns and Communities in Sonneberg

The Sonneberg district is home to several towns and smaller communities. Each place has its own unique character and history. Here are some of the main towns and municipalities you can find here: