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A Land in Germany

Brandenburg

Explore the cities, localities, and regional context that make up Brandenburg.

Brandenburg is a land of Germany.

Regional answer

Where does Brandenburg fit?

Brandenburg is a land of Germany. This directory lists 217 cities and localities in Brandenburg.

Country
Germany
Administrative type
Land
Listed localities
217

About Brandenburg

Brandenburg is a state in northeastern Germany that completely surrounds the capital, Berlin. Its capital is Potsdam, famed for its palaces and gardens. A land of lakes, forests and rivers, it offers a tranquil green counterpoint to the bustling metropolis at its heart.

Brandenburg is a flat lowland of countless lakes, canals and pine forests, drained by the Havel and Spree rivers, including the watery Spreewald region. The climate is temperate continental, one of the driest in Germany.

Brandenburg culture blends Prussian heritage, reflected in Potsdam's grand palaces, with rural traditions and the distinct Sorbian minority in the southeast. Cycling, boating and nature tourism are popular across its lake landscapes.

The historic core of Prussia, Brandenburg shaped German history from its capital ambitions in Berlin. After the Second World War it lay in East Germany, and it was re-established as a federal state upon reunification in 1990.

Key facts

  • The capital is Potsdam.
  • It completely surrounds Berlin.
  • Potsdam's palaces and parks are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • It is the historic heartland of Prussia.

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Brandenburg: Frequently Asked Questions

Which country is Brandenburg in?

Brandenburg is located in Germany.

What type of region is Brandenburg?

Brandenburg is a land of Germany.

What is Brandenburg known for?

Brandenburg is a state in northeastern Germany that completely surrounds the capital, Berlin. Its capital is Potsdam, famed for its palaces and gardens. A land of lakes, forests and rivers, it offers a tranquil green counterpoint to the bustling metropolis at its heart.