Westerstede

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Westerstede

Name

Westerstede

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Westerstede is the capital of the Ammerland district in Lower Saxony, Germany, situated 25 km northwest of Oldenburg. The town is renowned for hosting the Rhodo Festival, a major European exhibition of rhododendrons held every four years. Its economy is significantly influenced by numerous tree nurseries specializing in rhododendron cultivation.

Statistics

Area

179.55 km²

Population

23,984

Location