'Regensburg' is a district in
Bavaria,
Germany. It is bounded by (from the north and clockwise) the districts of
Schwandorf,
Cham,
Straubing-Bogen,
Kelheim and
Neumarkt. The city of
Regensburg is enclosed by, but does not belong to the district; it is nonetheless its administrative seat.
History
The region became a part of Bavaria in the late 12th century, when the line of the counts of Regensburg and Stefling came to an end. While Regensburg became a Free Imperial City (meaning subordinate to the
emperor only), the surrounding lands were Bavarian property.
While the district dates back to medieval times, its present shape was established in 1972.
Geography
The district is located on either side of the
Danube. Another major river is the
Regen which joins the Danube in Regensburg. In its northernmost parts the district is occupied by the foothills of the
Bavarian Forest.
Coat of arms
| The coat of arms displays: ★ the blue and white checked pattern of Bavaria ★ the red and white arms of the Regensburg abbey ★ the red cross from the arms of Prüfening Abbey |
Towns and municipalities
External links
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Official website (German)