Lower Saxony

Welcome to Lower Saxony

Lower Saxony is a big and beautiful place in northwestern Germany. It is the second-largest state in Germany, with lots of space for people to live and visit. About 8 million people call Lower Saxony home.

Where Is Lower Saxony?

Lower Saxony is next to many interesting places. You can find it close to the North Sea with its sandy beaches and islands. It also borders Schleswig-Holstein, Hamburg, and the Netherlands. Two special parts of Bremen are also inside Lower Saxony.

The land in Lower Saxony changes a lot. In the north, you can enjoy the coast and islands. In the south, there are gentle hills and even some mountains, like the Harz Mountains. The Lüneburg Heath is a big, open area with heathland that looks very pretty.

Fun Facts About Lower Saxony

Lower Saxony has many lovely cities. The biggest city is Hanover, the capital. Other important cities are Braunschweig, Oldenburg, and Göttingen. People in Lower Saxony love farming, especially growing apples near the Elbe river.

The highest point in Lower Saxony is the Wurmberg, which is 971 metres (3,186 feet) tall. The state has many important rivers, such as the Ems, Weser, Aller, and Elbe, that flow northward.

Lower Saxony is also known for its strong economy. Big companies like Volkswagen have their main offices here. The state makes many things, including airplanes, ships, medicine, and steel. Tourism is also important, with many visitors coming to see places like the Historic Town of Goslar.

A Little History

The name “Saxony” comes from the Germanic Saxons tribe. Long ago, Lower Saxony was part of a bigger area called the Duchy of Saxony. The name “Lower Saxony” started being used after this area split up in the late 1300s.

During a time when many people moved, called the Migration Period, some Saxons moved south over the Elbe River. They settled in parts of what is now northwest Germany and the Netherlands. By the 7th century, Saxons lived in an area about where Lower Saxony is today.

Today, Lower Saxony is a place where people from many different countries live together. Many people enjoy visiting its beautiful landscapes, lovely cities, and important historic sites.