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Uetersen
Uetersen Stadtwerkehaus.jpg
Flag of Uetersen
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Coat of arms of Uetersen
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Country Germany
State Schleswig-Holstein
District Pinneberg
Elevation
1-18 m (−58.1 ft)
Population
 (2022-12-31)
 • Total 18,618
Time zone CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
Postal codes
25436
Dialling codes 04122
Vehicle registration PI
Website uetersen.de

Uetersen is a small and charming city located in the Pinneberg district of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. It's about 7 kilometers (4 miles) south of Elmshorn and 30 kilometers (18 miles) northwest of Hamburg. Uetersen is well-known for its beautiful Rosarium Uetersen, which is the oldest and largest rose garden in Northern Germany. This amazing garden was first created in 1929.

Discover Uetersen: A German City

Uetersen is a lovely place with a rich history. It's a great example of a typical German city. The city is part of the state of Schleswig-Holstein, which is in the northern part of Germany.

The Famous Rose Garden

One of the most special places in Uetersen is the Rosarium Uetersen. Imagine a huge garden filled with thousands of different kinds of roses! It's truly a sight to see, especially when the roses are in full bloom. People from all over visit this garden to enjoy its beauty and amazing smells. It's a perfect spot for a peaceful walk or to learn about different rose types.

A Historic Flight

Uetersen also has a connection to a famous event in history. In 1987, a young pilot named Mathias Rust took off from Uetersen. He then flew his small plane all the way to Moscow, Russia. This flight was a big surprise to the world and made headlines everywhere!

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