Hubbry Logo
Bad FallingbostelBad FallingbostelMain
Open search
Bad Fallingbostel
Community hub
Bad Fallingbostel
logo
8 pages, 0 posts
0 subscribers
Be the first to start a discussion here.
Be the first to start a discussion here.
Bad Fallingbostel
Bad Fallingbostel
Bad Fallingbostel
View on Wikipedia
from Wikipedia

Bad Fallingbostel (German pronunciation: [baːt ˌfalɪŋˈbɔstl̩] ⓘ; Northern Low Saxon: Bad Fambossel) is the district town (Kreisstadt) of the Heidekreis district in the German state of Lower Saxony. Since 1976 the town has had a state-recognised Kneipp spa and has held the title of Bad since 2002. It has close ties to Walsrode, a few miles to the west. Until 2015, there was a British Army base in Bad Fallingbostel, It also hosted Defender 2020, the largest US Army/NATO exercise since the Cold War. The town has around 11,000 inhabitants.

Key Information

Geography

[edit]

Location

[edit]

Bad Fallingbostel lies on the Böhme river in the southern part of the Lüneburg Heath between Soltau and Walsrode in the Heidmark.

Sub-divisions

[edit]

The administrative borough of Bad Fallingbostel is also responsible for the villages of Dorfmark, Riepe, Vierde, Jettebruch and Mengebostel as well as the town itself.

The core city is divided into the following districts:

  • In the west: Idingen, Am Wiethop, Am Rooksberg
  • In the north: Adolphsheide, Große Heide, Lehmhorst, Klint
  • In the east: Ober and Unter-Grünhagen
  • In the south: Am Weinberg, industrial areas at the highway, Pröhlsfeld, Oerbker Berg and Ost

History

[edit]

Bad Fallingbostel was first mentioned as "Vastulingeburstalle" in 993 and has therefore a recorded history of over 1,000 years. Originally it was a purely agricultural settlement, due to agriculture being the basis for life of the inhabitants of the old-Saxon Loingau. The name "Vastulingeburstalle" means either "House of the Vastulo" or "House of the Vastulingians". Otto III drew the borders between the dioceses Hildesheim and Minden during that time.

The Vogtei Fallingbostel (bailiwick) was established around 1300. It was later also called Amt Fallingbostel and it existed until the 19th century. In 1838 Heinrich von Quintus-Icilius, the assessor of the Vogtei, founded the “Sparcasse für die Amtsvogtei Fallingbostel”, one of the first rural savings banks in the Kingdom of Hannover. In 1866 the newly Prussian province of Hannover was divided into administrative districts, one of them was the district Fallingbostel. Fallingbostel was awarded its status as a town in 1949.

During World War II Fallingbostel was the site of two POW camps: Stalag XI-B and Stalag XI-D / 357.[3]

Demographics

[edit]

Religion

[edit]

The majority of the church-going Christian residents of the town belong to the Lutheran church. Within the borough there are two church parishes:

  • Fallingbostel parish: the Church of St. Dionysius with 5,598 parishioners and the Peace Church (Friedenskirche) in Bommelsen (municipality of Bomlitz) with 625 members
  • Dorfmark parish: St. Martin's Church with 2,848 members

They are served by three pastors. Both parishes belong to the church district of Walsrode in the diocese of Lüneburg, which is part of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hanover.

The Catholic Christians in Bad Fallingbostel belong to the Roman Catholic parish of St. Mary of the Holy Rosary (Sankt Maria vom heiligen Rosenkranz), which was founded in August 2004. This merged the hitherto independent Catholic parish of St. Mary in Bad Fallingbostel with the neighbouring parishes of St. Mary's Church in Walsrode and the Church of the Holy Spirit in Bomlitz-Benefeld as well as the Church of the Sacred Heart in Visselhövede. The parish lies in the church district of Verden in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Hildesheim.

Government

[edit]

"Adopted town"

[edit]

In 1963 Bad Fallingbostel adopted [further explanation needed] the town of Miastko (German: Rummelsburg) in Pomerania, Poland. Every two years they meet in Bad Fallingbostel.

Town-twinning

[edit]

Bad Fallingbostel is twinned today with the Polish town of Miastko (see above) and with the French town of Périers in Lower Normandy.

Proposed merger into the town of Böhmetal

[edit]
The Böhme valley in the Lieth

A merger of Bad Fallingbostel with the town of Walsrode and the municipality of Bomlitz was planned for 2011 to create the town of Böhmetal. Following a referendum on 2 November 2008 this plan was rejected by the citizens in Bad Fallingbostel with a clear majority. Just under 62% of the voters turned out, of whom 80% were against the merger.[4] In Walsrode and Bomlitz a small majority were in favour of a merger (56.4% in Bomlitz and 53.8% in Walsrode). On 10 November 2008 the town council of Bad Fallingbostel voted against the merger.

Arts and culture

[edit]
Memorial to Heinrich von Quintus Icilius (1864)
The Hof der Heidmark in an old Low German farmhouse

Events

[edit]

Between 1997 and 2002 demoparties for the computing world took place in Bad Fallingbostel under the name of "Mekka & Symposium".

Places of interest

[edit]
  • Bad Fallingbostel is host to the museum of the Archaeological Working Group (Archäologischen Arbeitsgemeinschaft).
  • in the Osterberg Megalith Park large stones are displayed, which were transported from Scandinavia during the ice ages to the region around Bad Fallingbostel.
  • other archaeological sights nearby include the Sieben Steinhäuser, a Neolithic burial site with five dolmens. They are located within the restricted military area of Bergen-Hohne Training Area (near Ostenholz). There is also a Bronze Age burial site near the village of Vierde.
  • the spa park (Kurpark)
  • the Hof der Heidmark with its Rummelsburg homestead, a Low German house in the Liethwald wood
  • the Protestant Church of St. Dionysius in the town centre
  • the Quintus Memorial at St. Dionysius' Church
  • the Protestant St. Martin's Church in Dorfmark
  • the village well in Dorfmark
  • the grave of Hermann Löns in the Tietling juniper grove (Wacholderhain), which may or may not contain the actual remains of the writer
  • the grave of Erich von Manstein, one of the most prominent military commanders of Nazi-Germany, in Dorfmark

Infrastructure

[edit]

Military installations

[edit]

The town is not far from the large military training area of Bergen-Hohne, which is currently used by the Bundeswehr and by NATO forces. This is located in the gemeindefreie Gebiete (i.e. areas not part of any civilian administrative district) known as Osterheide and Lohheide. In addition, there was Fallingbostel Station, a large barracks within Bergen-Hohne Garrison, itself part of British Forces Germany. This was used by units from the 7th Armoured Brigade.

Fallingbostel Station was closed in 2015 as the British Army reduces its presence in Germany ahead of a complete withdrawal by 2020—a result of the 2010 Strategic Defence and Security Review.[5]

Transport

[edit]

Bad Fallingbostel has two railway stations - Bad Fallingbostel and Dorfmark - on the Heath Railway from Hanover to Soltau.

Bad Fallingbostel lies on the A 7 motorway between the Walsrode three-way intersection and the Maschener Kreuz four-way intersection.

Notable people

[edit]

People from the town

[edit]
Friedrich Freudenthal
  • Friedrich Freudenthal [de] (1849–1929), regional poet
  • August Freudenthal [de] (1851–1898), regional poet
  • Helmut Schlüter [de] (1925–1967), trade unionist and politician (SPD), MdB
  • Helga Jansen [de] (1950–2010), politician (SPD), member of the Bremen City Parliament
  • Christoph Künkel [de] (born 1958), Lutheran theologian, Oberkirchenrat of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hanover, CEO of the Social Service Agency of the Protestant Churches in Lower Saxony

People associated with the town

[edit]
Erich von Manstein 1938
  • Erich von Manstein (1887–1973), field marshal of the Wehrmacht, laid to rest in Dorfmark near Fallingbostel
  • Fritz Gansberg [de] (1871–1950), German writer, an elementary school teacher and educational reformer
  • Hans Stuhlmacher (1892–1962), educator, Wehrmacht officer and local historian; a street was named after him in Bad Fallingbostel
  • Walter Schultz (1900–1957) Bishop of the Evangelical-Lutheran Church of Mecklenburg in Schwerin during the National Socialist period and 1950-1952 Pastor in Bad Fallingbostel

References

[edit]
[edit]
Revisions and contributorsEdit on WikipediaRead on Wikipedia

Bad Fallingbostel

View on Grokipedia
from Grokipedia
Bad Fallingbostel is a municipality and the administrative seat of the Heidekreis district in , , encompassing the town and surrounding villages such as Dorfmark, Jettebruch, Mengebostel, Riepe, and Vierde. Positioned along the Böhme River in the region between and Walsrode, it serves as a hub for the district's governance and services. The town holds state recognition as a Kneipp , emphasizing and wellness practices, with the "Bad" designation reflecting its focus on health since its formal adoption. Its economy benefits from this spa status, alongside regional drawn to the heathlands for and , contributing to a robust local development including city center revitalization. As of recent estimates, the stands at 11,404 residents, supporting its role in the district's administrative and recreational landscape. Notable features include proximity to the expansive Bergen-Hohne Training Area, Europe's largest military exercise ground, which has historically influenced the region through allied and NATO activities. Key landmarks such as the St. Dionysius Church and monuments like the Heinrich von Quintus-Icilius memorial highlight its cultural heritage amid the natural setting. The area's post-World War II history also encompasses displaced persons camps, underscoring its transitional role in European recovery.

Geography

Location and Terrain

Bad Fallingbostel is the district capital of Heidekreis in the state of , , centrally located within the district alongside villages such as Dorfmark, Jettebruch, Mengebostel, Riepe, and Vierde. Geographically, it occupies coordinates 52°52′03″N 9°41′48″E and lies in the southern portion of the , between the towns of and Walsrode. The town is situated directly on the Böhme River, a 71-kilometer right-bank of the Aller that flows through the region, shaping the local Böhme with its middle reaches passing near the settlement.) The surrounding terrain features the low-lying, sandy heathlands typical of the , characterized by nutrient-poor soils on slightly elevated formations, resulting from Neolithic-era overgrazing that converted former forests into open heath vegetation. Elevation averages 64 meters above , with gentle undulations providing varied landscapes of heath fields, and forests, and riverine areas conducive to trails that encounter elevation gains up to several hundred meters over longer distances. This combination of open expanses and wooded sections supports diverse , including adapted to acidic, dry conditions prevalent in the area.

Climate and Natural Features

Bad Fallingbostel is situated in the southern part of the , a region known for its expansive heathlands, forests, and meadows that form a characteristic low-relief landscape with gentle hills and valleys. The town lies directly on the Böhme River, a heathland stream that meanders through the area, contributing to diverse habitats and scenic riverine features amid the surrounding sandy soils typical of post-glacial terrain. The natural environment includes significant forested areas, agricultural fields, and open grasslands, supporting a mix of flora such as heather, birch, and pine, which thrive in the nutrient-poor, acidic soils of the heath. As part of the Lüneburg Heath Nature Park, the region preserves biodiversity through protected zones that limit intensive land use, promoting ecological balance between human settlement and wilderness. The is temperate oceanic, featuring mild summers with average high temperatures around 22–25°C in and long, cold winters with lows near 0°C in , accompanied by frequent wind and cloud cover. Annual averages approximately 800 mm, distributed relatively evenly, supporting the lush while occasional dry spells accentuate the heath's unique blooms in late summer. This climatic profile, combined with clean air quality, underpins the town's status as a recognized health resort focused on and respiratory wellness.

Administrative Subdivisions

Bad Fallingbostel operates as a unitary (Einheitsgemeinde) within the Heidekreis of , encompassing the central core town (Kernstadt) of Bad Fallingbostel and five incorporated localities (Ortschaften): Dorfmark, Jettebruch, Mengebostel, Riepe, and Vierde. These Ortschaften were formerly independent communities that were administratively merged into Bad Fallingbostel on March 1, 1974, as part of Lower Saxony's territorial reform aimed at consolidating smaller municipalities for improved administrative efficiency. Each Ortschaft retains a degree of local identity and representation, often through elected local spokespersons (Ortsvorsteher), while falling under the unified municipal governance headquartered in the core town. Dorfmark, the most populous among them, forms a significant portion of the overall . Riepe stands out as the smallest in , representing under 1% of Bad Fallingbostel's total residents yet covering about 17% of its land area, characterized by extensive forested and heathland terrain typical of the region. The other Ortschaften—Jettebruch, Mengebostel, and Vierde—primarily consist of rural settlements with agricultural and residential foci, integrated into the town's services for , , and utilities. This subdivision structure reflects post-1974 reforms that expanded the municipality's area to 64.02 km² while centralizing decision-making to address regional needs in a sparsely populated heath district.

History

Origins and Early Development

Fallingbostel, the core settlement of modern Bad Fallingbostel, originated as an agricultural community in the ancient Saxon region of Loingau within the Lüneburg Heath. The area was characterized by sparse population and reliance on farming due to the heath's poor soil and forested terrain, with early inhabitants engaging in subsistence agriculture and forestry. The first documented reference to Fallingbostel appears in 993 AD, recorded as "Vastulingeburstalle" in a boundary delineation issued by Emperor Otto III between the dioceses of Hildesheim and Minden. This mention underscores its role as a peripheral border settlement in the late 10th century, predating more formalized structures. Adjacent Dorfmark, another early component, traces its roots to around 968 AD and was denoted as "Thormarca" in a 1006 , possibly signifying a border marker or cooperative. By the 13th century, the presence of a church in Fallingbostel by 1293 indicates growing communal and influence. These early developments remained tied to agrarian economies, with no evidence of significant trade or until administrative consolidation. Around 1300, Fallingbostel emerged as an administrative hub when it was designated one of twelve vogteien (bailiwicks) under the , serving as a local for judicial and fiscal matters in the Heidmark region. The Vogtei Fallingbostel persisted through the medieval and early modern periods, managing estates and peasant obligations until its dissolution in the amid Prussian reforms, which restructured it into the Fallingbostel effective April 1, 1885. This evolution from informal Saxon settlement to formalized administrative unit laid the groundwork for later territorial expansions, though the town itself did not receive municipal rights until 1949, with Dorfmark holding brief privileges from 1378 to 1388.

Nazi Rearmament and World War II

In the mid-1930s, the Nazi regime initiated the establishment of the Truppenübungsplatz Bergen, a vast military training ground encompassing areas near Fallingbostel, as part of its clandestine rearmament efforts that violated the ' restrictions on German military forces. Construction plans were laid in August 1934, with barracks for up to 15,000 soldiers built by 1935, necessitating the forced relocation of residents from 11 villages and parts of others to clear the 280 square kilometer site for maneuvers and live-fire exercises. These facilities, including western barracks at Fallingbostel, supported the rapid expansion of Germany's army from 100,000 to over 1 million troops by 1939, enabling and armored divisions to conduct division-level training that proved pivotal in early campaigns. During , following the 1940 invasions of , Fallingbostel-area barracks were repurposed into prisoner-of-war camps, notably XI-B and XI-D (later redesignated 357), located east of the town to house captured Allied personnel. XI-B initially held French prisoners after the Fall of France, expanding to accommodate around 30,000 British, Commonwealth, and Soviet POWs by 1944, with 357 focusing on RAF airmen and adding several thousand more amid increasing Allied air losses over . Conditions deteriorated in late 1944 due to Allied bombing disruptions and forced marches, though 357 maintained relatively orderly administration compared to eastern fronts; reprisals, such as removal of bedding in response to reported mistreatment of German POWs elsewhere, exacerbated hardships for inmates. The camps were liberated on 16 April 1945 by advancing British units of the 6th Armoured Division, including the , who encountered emaciated prisoners emerging en masse amid collapsing German defenses in the closing weeks of the European theater. Post-liberation inspections revealed overcrowding and inadequate rations, but no systematic extermination as in concentration camps; the facilities' prior role in rearmament had positioned Fallingbostel as a logistical node for operations until fuel and manpower shortages in 1944-45 rendered the training area underutilized.

Post-War Allied Occupation and POW/Displacement Camps

Following the liberation of XI-B and XI-D/357 on 16 April 1945 by elements of the British , the Fallingbostel camps fell under Allied control in the British occupation zone of . These facilities, which had held up to 96,000 Allied prisoners of war by mid-1944, were initially repurposed by British forces for internment of members and suspected war criminals as part of efforts in the immediate post-surrender period of onward. Stalag XI-B subsequently transitioned to housing German refugees and expellees displaced from territories east of the Oder-Neisse line, accommodating those fleeing or expelled amid Soviet advances and agreements; this use persisted until the camp's demolition around 1949. Parallel to this, a dedicated Displaced Persons (DP) camp was established in the Fallingbostel area under British administration, primarily for non-German Eastern Europeans, including an estimated 28,000 Poles, , and by August 1945. Designated as Assembly Center #2515 from August 1945 to May 1949 and later as a transit center for (with DPACS numbers 9 and sub-variations from 1947–1949), it functioned under UNRRA oversight, such as Team 232, to manage , resettlement, and aid distribution amid widespread and health crises among inmates. British troops maintained order in the DP camp, conducting major searches—such as one on 27 September 1945 involving 3,000 soldiers that uncovered hidden weapons—and addressing recurrent issues of , against local German farmers, and internal disorder through policing and disarmament operations, including another sweep on 17 November 1945. By early 1948, the facility shifted emphasis to processing, contributing to the relocation of tens of thousands of DPs before closure in 1949, after which the sites were cleared for other military uses in the British zone.

British Military Era and NATO Integration

Following the Allied liberation of Fallingbostel on 16 April 1945 by elements of the British 7th Armoured Division and 11th Hussars, the area transitioned into British occupation control under the 43rd (Wessex) Infantry Division as of 9 May 1945. The pre-existing Wehrmacht barracks, constructed in 1935 and expanded for conscript training, were repurposed for British use, forming the core of what became St Barbara and Lumsden Barracks. These facilities supported the British Army of the Rhine (BAOR), initially as an occupation force administering the zone amid post-war reconstruction and displaced persons camps. With the formation of the Federal Republic of in 1949 and its accession to on 9 May 1955, the status of British forces shifted from occupiers to allied contributors under integrated command structures, particularly within the (NORTHAG). Fallingbostel emerged as a key garrison for armored units, hosting the 7th Armoured Brigade—known for its WWII "Desert Rats" heritage—from the late 1970s onward, equipped with Challenger tanks and tasked with rapid reinforcement against threats. Adjacent to the Bergen-Hohne Training Area, the largest in Europe at over 280 square kilometers, the base facilitated large-scale maneuvers simulating frontline defense, accommodating up to 50,000 troops during peak exercises. Throughout the , the garrison underscored Britain's commitment to NATO's forward defense strategy, with BAOR units in Fallingbostel integrated into 1st (British) Corps for potential counter-offensives along the . Rotations included regiments such as the 4th/7th (1976–1980) and elements of the , maintaining operational readiness amid heightened tensions like the 1983 Able Archer crisis. Post-Cold War drawdowns reduced force levels, but the base retained strategic value until fiscal pressures and the 2010 Strategic Defence Review prompted relocation; the 7th Armoured Brigade departed in 2014, with full handover to German authorities completed by September 2015 after 70 years of continuous British presence.

Withdrawal of Foreign Forces and Recent Local Changes

The , which had garrisoned Bad Fallingbostel since the end of as part of the and later commitments, completed its withdrawal in 2015. A formal farewell parade occurred on 15 May 2015, marking the departure after approximately 70 years of presence that included units such as armored infantry battalions stationed at Wessex Barracks. This pullout aligned with the UK's 2010 Strategic Defence and Security Review, which accelerated the reduction of overseas troop commitments to reorient forces toward national defense priorities. The closure affected multiple sites, including those in nearby Hohne and , with the process finalized by mid-2015. Post-withdrawal, former British facilities were quickly repurposed amid Germany's response to the migrant influx, housing nearly 3,000 asylum seekers in Bad Fallingbostel by late that year. This temporary use of supported federal efforts to accommodate an estimated 800,000 arrivals nationwide, reflecting broader European pressures from conflicts in and elsewhere. By 2019, the site incorporated digital processing technologies for , indicating sustained administrative adaptation. Local infrastructure advanced concurrently, with construction on the extension from Walsrode to Bad Fallingbostel commencing after plan approval on 4 August 2015, enhancing connectivity to the A7 trunk road. Adjacent military training grounds, including those in the , remain restricted for exercises like Defender 2020, preserving some defense utility while limiting public access to heathlands. These shifts have prompted economic recalibration from military dependency, though the town retains ties to regional tourism and conservation in the heath area.

Demographics

As of June 30, 2025, Bad Fallingbostel had an estimated of 12,904 residents, distributed as 6,395 males and 6,509 females across an area of 64.02 km², yielding a density of approximately 202 inhabitants per km². The 2022 recorded 12,901 inhabitants, reflecting data from the State Office for Statistics. Population trends indicate steady growth since the early 2010s, with the figure rising from 11,413 in 2016 to 11,852 by 2018—a cumulative increase of about 9.5% from 2011 levels, driven primarily by net migration rather than growth. This upward trajectory continued into the early 2020s, reaching 11,926 in 2019, 12,174 in 2020 (+2.08% year-over-year), and 12,209 in 2021 (+0.29%).
YearPopulationAnnual Change (%)
201611,413-
201711,680+2.4
201811,852+1.5
201911,926+0.6
202012,174+2.1
202112,209+0.3
202212,901+5.6
2024 (est.)12,783-0.4 (recent annual avg.)
Recent estimates for 2024 suggest a slight stabilization or minor decline, with figures around 12,783 and an annual change of -0.35% from onward, potentially linked to the full withdrawal of British by 2020, which had previously bolstered local numbers through associated civilian and family populations. Despite this, the overall demographic remains above pre-2010 levels, supported by regional economic factors in the Heidekreis district.

Ethnic Composition and Migration Impacts

As of December 2023, the of Bad Fallingbostel stood at approximately 12,783 residents, with ethnic comprising the overwhelming majority. The proportion of foreign nationals in the town mirrors that of the surrounding Heidekreis district, estimated at around 8-9% of the total , significantly below the national average of about 15%. This includes individuals from countries such as Poland and , as well as non- origins like and , though specific breakdowns for the town are not publicly detailed in official statistics. The lower share reflects the rural, historically military-oriented character of the area, which until the attracted fewer labor migrants compared to urban centers. Migration pressures intensified from onward due to the establishment of a large initial reception facility (Ankunftszentrum) in the Oerbke suburb, which processed and housed over 62,000 asylum seekers by its closure in late 2023. At its peak in , the center accommodated about 2,200 refugees—roughly one-quarter of the town's core of 8,000 ethnic locals—leading to documented strains on local resources, including shortages, overburdened , and heightened tensions. Residents reported issues such as increased petty crime, cultural clashes, and inadequate integration support, exacerbating a sense of overload in a small unaccustomed to rapid demographic shifts. The facility's operation highlighted causal challenges in mass asylum processing: high throughput strained administrative capacity, with initial optimism in 2015 giving way to frustration over prolonged stays and limited deportations of rejected claimants. Post-closure in January 2024, local conditions improved, with reduced refugee quotas for the Heidekreis and repurposing of the site for Ukrainian military training, though lingering effects include a modest rise in persons with migration background to about 22% district-wide by 2019. remains uneven, with lower employment rates among non-EU migrants contributing to fiscal burdens on the , as evidenced by district-level strategies emphasizing language courses and job placement amid persistent skill mismatches.

Religious Affiliations

According to the Zensus 2022 conducted by the Statistisches Bundesamt, Bad Fallingbostel had 12,901 inhabitants, of whom 5,971 (46.3 percent) belonged to Protestant denominations, primarily the Evangelical Church, 844 (6.5 percent) were Roman Catholics, and 6,087 (47.2 percent) adhered to other religions or none. These figures reflect a trend observed across , where Protestant affiliation remains historically dominant but has declined alongside rising . The Protestant community centers on the St. Dionysius Church, an Evangelical Lutheran parish church in the town center that serves as the primary place of worship for evangelicals in Bad Fallingbostel and surrounding areas. Roman Catholics are served by the St. Maria parish, part of the broader , which maintains a smaller presence consistent with the region's favoring since the . Other religious groups, including Muslims numbering around 3 percent of the in earlier surveys, do not maintain dedicated large-scale institutions in the town, indicating their minority status.

Government and Administration

Local Governance Structure

Bad Fallingbostel functions as an independent unified municipality (Einheitsgemeinde) in , overseeing its own local administration and incorporating the surrounding villages of Dorfmark, Riepe, Vierde, Jettebruch, and Große Eyde as administrative subdivisions. The executive authority is vested in a full-time (Bürgermeister), directly elected by eligible voters for a five-year term under the Lower Saxony Municipal Constitution Act. The mayor manages day-to-day operations, represents the municipality, and chairs town council meetings. Rolf Schneider of the Social Democratic Party (SPD) has held the position since November 1, 2021, following his election on September 12, 2021. The legislative functions are performed by the town council (Stadtrat), an elected assembly responsible for enacting bylaws, approving budgets, and supervising the administration. Council members are elected concurrently with the mayor every five years via proportional representation, with parties securing seats based on vote shares. The current council, seated after the 2021 elections, includes representatives from the SPD, which holds the mayoralty, as well as the Greens, who maintain a parliamentary group led by Wilfried Stegmann. Specialized committees, such as the Committee for Construction, Climate/Environmental Protection, and Traffic, assist the council in policy formulation and oversight. The municipal administration is organized hierarchically under the , with departments (Fachbereiche) handling core functions including citizen services, public order, social welfare, building regulations, environmental management, and economic promotion. Operational facilities support these areas, such as maintenance depots and administrative offices located at Vogteistraße 1. As the seat of the Heidekreis district administration, Bad Fallingbostel coordinates some regional services but retains autonomy in purely local matters, with decisions subject to state-level oversight only in cases of legal disputes or fiscal insolvency.

International Relations and Twinning

Bad Fallingbostel maintains two official town twinnings (Städtepartnerschaften): with Périers in , , established in 1989, and with Miastko (formerly Rummelsburg) in , , established in 2000. These partnerships are coordinated by the Komitee Städtepartnerschaften Bad Fallingbostel e.V., a registered association dedicated to fostering citizen-to-citizen contacts, cultural exchanges, and joint events across borders. The partnership with Périers originated from informal school exchanges dating back approximately two decades prior to formalization, reflecting early post-World War II efforts at Franco-German reconciliation through youth programs. Activities include reciprocal visits, musical performances—such as a 2025 concert by the Harmonie Municipale de Périers to mark milestones—and community gatherings, with the 30th anniversary celebrated in 2019 through hosted delegations. The twinning with Miastko builds on earlier relations (Patenschaft) established in 1963 with the historic German town of Rummelsburg, which became Polish Miastko after 1945 expulsions, initiated by local homeland associations (Heimatkreise) supporting displaced Pomeranian Germans. The formal partnership emphasizes bilateral meetings, with biennial events like the 20th anniversary commemoration in 2020 focusing on shared history and regional cooperation. These arrangements align with broader German municipal diplomacy post-Cold War, promoting without formal or economic components beyond cultural ties. No additional beyond twinnings are documented in official records, though historical British presence until 2019 influenced informal community links not formalized as partnerships.

Merger Discussions and Fiscal Realities

In the late 2000s, Bad Fallingbostel engaged in discussions for a municipal merger with the neighboring city of Walsrode and the municipality of Bomlitz to form a unified entity named Böhmetal, encompassing approximately 45,000 residents and intended to enhance administrative efficiency amid regional fiscal pressures. Proponents argued that the consolidation would reduce per-capita costs for services like and , projecting annual savings of several million euros through . However, a citizen held on November 2, 2008, resulted in a rejection of the plan, with voters in Bad Fallingbostel citing concerns over diminished local autonomy and potential overshadowing by the larger Walsrode. Plans for the merger were revived ahead of the 2011 communal elections, with the state government of Lower Saxony encouraging such consolidations under broader communal reform efforts to address shrinking tax bases in rural areas. Despite initial agreements among the councils, the proposal ultimately failed to materialize, as local resistance persisted and no binding fusion occurred by the deadline. This outcome reflected broader patterns in Lower Saxony, where voluntary mergers often faltered due to community preferences for retaining distinct identities over centralized efficiencies. Fiscal realities in Bad Fallingbostel have been exacerbated by the withdrawal of British forces from the local , completed by 2015, which eliminated a key revenue stream from military-related expenditures, , and for approximately 1,000 personnel and dependents. The town's burden has since escalated, driven by mandatory investments in and healthcare ; for instance, renovations exceeding 30 million euros in 2022 alone contributed to a projected peak of over 13.5 million euros by the end of 2025. While state subsidies, such as a 766,000-euro grant in 2017 for conversion projects, provided temporary relief, ongoing challenges include stagnation and limited diversification of the local economy beyond and repurposing of former military sites. These pressures have renewed informal talks on inter-municipal cooperation within the Heidekreis district, though no formal merger initiatives have advanced as of 2024.

Economy

Historical Reliance on Military Presence

Bad Fallingbostel's economy developed a strong dependence on military installations following , when British forces repurposed former German barracks in the area into a major garrison known as Fallingbostel Station. Established as part of the (later ), the base accommodated up to five regimental-level units alongside supporting amenities, housing thousands of personnel and enabling large-scale training at the nearby Bergen-Hohne Training Area, one of Europe's largest military ranges. This presence persisted from 1945 until the station's closure in 2015, spanning roughly 70 years and forming a cornerstone of local fiscal stability through direct employment in base operations and ancillary services. The influx of British troops and their families drove demand for , retail, and facilities, with local businesses adapting to serve an international clientele—evident in the prevalence of English-language signage, British-style pubs, and provisions for imported goods. spending supported construction and maintenance projects, while off-base purchases by personnel bolstered hospitality and trade sectors; the broader British contribution to northern Germany's reached approximately £1.3 billion annually, with towns like nearby facing acute disruptions upon drawdowns. During the , units such as elements of the 7th Armoured Brigade rotated through the station, reinforcing its role in deterrence and sustaining economic multipliers via payrolls and logistics. This military-centric model influenced and demographics, as correlated with garrison expansions, and like improved roadways—initially built for troop movements—facilitated civilian access to the region. The station's strategic value, tied to armored warfare exercises on the expansive training grounds, ensured consistent funding flows that overshadowed other sectors until post-Cold War reductions began eroding this reliance.

Tourism and Health Sector Growth

Bad Fallingbostel has pursued expansion as a key economic diversification strategy following the withdrawal of units from its garrisons, which peaked between 2014 and 2019 and previously supported local commerce through personnel spending. The town's location within the enables promotion of eco-tourism, including guided hikes across 2,300 square kilometers of protected heathland, routes totaling over 500 kilometers in the region, and seasonal heather blooms that draw nature enthusiasts. Local initiatives, coordinated via the municipal tourism office, emphasize sustainable visitor experiences, with annual events like heath festivals contributing to occupancy rates at area accommodations averaging 60-70% during peak summer months. The health sector centers on the town's status as a state-recognized Kneipp spa (Heilbad) since the 1970s, specializing in developed by , which integrates water applications, exercise, nutrition, and for preventive and rehabilitative care. Facilities at Sebastian-Kneipp-Platz offer treatments such as alternating hot-cold showers, barefoot paths, and medicinal herb gardens, serving both outpatient visitors and prescribed "Kur" stays covered by German for conditions like circulatory disorders. Wellness centers have expanded offerings to include modern elements like saunas and physiotherapy, with the sector employing around 100 local staff and generating steady revenue through approximately 5,000 annual spa guests, bolstered by regional partnerships in Lower Saxony's health tourism network. Synergies between and have emerged through packages combining therapies with outdoor pursuits, such as Kneipp-inspired trails that leverage the heath's clean air and low pollen environment for respiratory wellness. This dual focus addresses post-military fiscal pressures by targeting domestic day-trippers and short-stay tourists from urban centers, though growth remains modest compared to larger spas, constrained by limited thermal springs and reliance on seasonal demand. Official projections aim for a 10-15% annual increase in visitor overnights by enhancing and , including improved trail accessibility.

Post-Military Economic Adjustments and Challenges

The phased withdrawal of units from the Fallingbostel , with the station closing in 2015 and full departure by 2020, created immediate economic pressures on local service sectors accustomed to military patronage, including retail, , and housing rentals that supported thousands of personnel and families. Businesses reported anticipated revenue shortfalls, echoing broader concerns in towns where military spending contributed significantly to GDP, though specific local job loss figures for Bad Fallingbostel remain undocumented in available data. Conversion efforts to repurpose former military infrastructure into civilian uses, initiated around 2015, have proceeded gradually, transforming and into potential commercial or residential spaces, but progress has been slowed by and needs, such as the razing of empty soldier accommodations. The , encompassing Bad Fallingbostel, navigated the transition more effectively than initially feared, avoiding severe slumps through diversified local activities and temporary utilization of facilities for processing, which housed tens of thousands from 2015 until the center's closure in 2023. Despite these adjustments, ongoing challenges include stable but modestly rising district unemployment—from 3,974 registered in 2019 to 5,062 in 2024—potentially exacerbated by the loss of military-linked indirect employment, though broader factors like the contributed to fluctuations rather than a direct post-withdrawal spike. Population trends reflect resilience, growing from 11,852 residents in 2019 to an estimated 12,783 by 2024, fueled by housing demand in repurposed areas and regional appeal, signaling a shift toward non-military economic drivers such as and small-scale industry. Pre-closure unemployment hovered at around 4% (446 individuals in 2018), with no evidence of disproportionate deterioration attributable solely to the base exit.

Culture and Tourism

Local Traditions and Events

Bad Fallingbostel and its constituent localities, such as Dorfmark, host several annual events rooted in community gatherings and seasonal celebrations, often emphasizing local recreation and volunteer efforts. The Strandfest in Dorfmark, established in 1928, is a longstanding held over three days in early at the bathing pond (Badeteich), featuring live music, parties, children's activities like quad riding and fishing tournaments, a performance, and concluding with . This event draws regional visitors and underscores the area's emphasis on summer leisure amid the landscape. The Weinfest in Dorfmark, organized annually by the local volunteer fire service (Freiwillige Feuerwehr) during weekend (Pfingsten), focuses on , food, and social activities at the equipment house (Feuerwehrgerätehaus), serving as a fundraiser and community bonding occasion. Complementing these, the Sommerfest at Bürgerhof in central Bad Fallingbostel occurs in August, branded as "Die Nacht der Nächte" (The Night of Nights), with open-air live bands from 19:00 to 23:00, followed by DJ sets until 02:00, alongside food stalls offering grilled items, fish rolls, crêpes, and beverages like wine and cocktails; entry remains free, reinforcing its role as a accessible regional highlight. Seasonal customs include the Osterrallye in Dorfmark, a family-oriented Easter egg hunt and riddle-solving adventure from late to early , promoting local exploration and youth engagement. While broader heath blossom festivals (Heideblütenfest) occur regionally in August to celebrate the Lüneburg Heath's floral peak with hikes, markets, and crafts, Bad Fallingbostel's proximity integrates such events into local calendars, though they are not exclusively municipal. These gatherings reflect the town's reliance on volunteer organizations and natural surroundings rather than formalized rituals, with no evidence of unique ethnic or historical customs beyond these modern communal festivals.

Architectural and Historical Sites

The St. Dionysius Church stands as the principal architectural landmark in Bad Fallingbostel, with its origins tracing to a structure first documented in 1293. The current building was erected in 1549 atop the ruins of an earlier church, only to suffer severe damage during a major town fire in 1784. Reconstruction occurred between 1829 and 1830, resulting in a neoclassical hall church featuring a polygonal eastern and a later-added tower. The Hof der Heidmark, a preserved timber-framed Zweiständerhaus constructed in 1642 and originally known as the Buchholz farm, functions as both a and dedicated to the cultural history of the Heidmark region. This area, encompassing traditional heathland settlements, saw significant portions requisitioned for military training grounds starting in the mid-1930s, displacing local communities; the site preserves artifacts and documents this transformation. Erected in 1864, the Heinrich von Quintus-Icilius Monument honors the local politician and landowner Heinrich Guichard von Quintus-Icilius (1796–1861), positioned directly in front of the St. Dionysius Church on the Kirchplatz. Supporters commissioned the statue shortly after his death to commemorate his civic contributions in the region. Prehistoric megalithic tombs known as the Sieben Steinhäuser represent ancient architectural remnants near the town, consisting of burial chambers dating back thousands of years and exemplifying early stone construction techniques in the . In the nearby district of Dorfmark, the St. Martin's Church offers additional historical architecture, though less central to the core town.

Role in Lüneburg Heath Recreation

Bad Fallingbostel serves as a strategic entry point to the Nature Park, one of Germany's oldest and largest protected areas spanning 107,000 hectares of heathland, woodland, and moor suitable for outdoor pursuits. Its location on the heath's periphery facilitates access for visitors from nearby urban centers like and , positioning the town as a hub for day trips and extended stays centered on nature immersion. The surrounding landscape, preserved in part by adjacent grounds that maintain expansive heath areas, supports low-impact while limiting public access to certain zones for ecological protection. The town's infrastructure supports over 700 kilometers of marked and trails radiating into the heath, including segments of the long-distance Heidschnuckenweg, which traverses characteristic purple-blooming heather fields during peak season in late summer. Local paths along the Böhme River offer gentler walks combining riparian scenery with heath views, ideal for and casual exploration. Cycling enthusiasts utilize well-maintained routes through the park's undulating terrain, with Bad Fallingbostel providing bike rentals and service points to encourage multi-day tours. Complementing these activities, the town's spa facilities and Kur Park enable restorative soaks in mineral springs, attracting health-focused tourists who pair treatments with heath excursions for wellness-oriented recreation. Annual events like the Heideblütenfest highlight the heath's floral spectacle, drawing crowds for guided walks and cultural displays that underscore the area's and traditional land management practices. This integration of accommodation, amenities, and proximity to trails positions Bad Fallingbostel as a practical base, mitigating the challenges of the heath's remote interior while promoting sustainable visitor flows. ![Hof der Heidmark, a site interpreting heathland heritage][float-right] Hof der Heidmark in Bad Fallingbostel exemplifies the town's interpretive role, offering exhibits on heath ecology and shepherding traditions that educate visitors before or after field activities.

Infrastructure

Transportation Networks

Bad Fallingbostel is primarily accessed by road via the Bundesautobahn 7 (A7), Germany's longest motorway, which traverses the town and facilitates high-speed connections northward to Hamburg (approximately 80 km) and southward to Hannover (about 60 km). The A7 features a dedicated interchange at Bad Fallingbostel (exit 47), enabling direct entry from the east-west Bundesstraße 209 near Walsrode. Ongoing expansions, including a six-lane widening between Walsrode and Bad Fallingbostel initiated in August 2016, aim to alleviate congestion on this heavily trafficked corridor. Rail connectivity is provided by the Heidebahn (Heath Railway), a regional line integrated into Deutsche Bahn's network, linking Bad Fallingbostel to in the south (journey time around 50-60 minutes) and northward to and Buchholz in der Nordheide. The town's main station, Bahnhof Bad Fallingbostel, handles RB 38 services operated by erlass or with hourly frequencies during peak periods; a secondary station at Dorfmark serves the municipality's northern districts. Infrastructure includes basic platforms and accessibility features, though the line remains non-electrified and diesel-powered. Local and regional bus networks supplement rail services, coordinated under the Heidekreis district's heideMobil system, which enhanced southern routes effective May 1, 2023, to support commuters with expanded frequencies. Key lines include 511 (Walsrode to Bad Fallingbostel , every 3 hours weekdays, 16-minute runtime from Walsrode) and 255 (to Soltau ZOB, connecting via Soltau ). Internal mobility is aided by the volunteer-operated BürgerBus 670, serving peripherals like Stettiner Straße and Am Kreuzberg with limited daily runs. No direct long-distance coach services operate from the town, with nearest intercity options at Hannover or . The closest major airport, (HAJ), lies 65 km south, accessible via A7 in under 45 minutes by car.

Legacy of Military Facilities

The withdrawal of units from Bad Fallingbostel in 2015 marked the end of a 70-year military presence that began immediately after , with facilities such as and training support infrastructure originally expanded from Wehrmacht-era sites developed in through village clearances. These installations, including Queens Avenue and other garrison structures, supported exercises in the adjacent Bergen-Hohne Training Area and housed units like armored brigades during the . Post-closure, surplus were rapidly repurposed amid Germany's 2015 migrant influx, accommodating nearly 3,000 asylum seekers in Bad Fallingbostel as part of a national effort to utilize vacant properties for temporary . This adaptation highlighted the facilities' modular design, enabling quick conversion from troop quarters to centers, though it also strained local resources before longer-term civilian reintegration plans emerged. The Fallingbostel Military Museum emerged as a key cultural legacy, curated by military enthusiasts to document the site's evolution from Nazi-era POW camps ( XI-B, XI-D, and 357) through British occupation, featuring artifacts, unit memorabilia, and exhibits spanning to modern conflicts like . This preservation effort, including memorials to liberated prisoners, underscores ongoing historical commemoration amid the shift to non-military uses, with some infrastructure integrated into civilian transport and community networks.

Military Significance

Training Areas and Installations

The Bergen-Hohne Training Area, spanning 284 square kilometers (70,000 acres) between Bad Fallingbostel to the west and to the east, constituted the largest contiguous military training ground in and a core facility for forces. Originally established in 1935 by the for mechanized exercises across the , it transitioned to Allied control after , enabling live-fire maneuvers, tank operations, and training for (BAOR) units stationed nearby. Key installations in Bad Fallingbostel included the Fallingbostel Garrison, which encompassed Wessex Barracks and supported armored divisions such as the 7th Armoured Brigade from 1945 until its closure in 2015 after seven decades of British use. These facilities, originally constructed in the for German forces and repurposed post-liberation, facilitated , , and troop billeting tied directly to Bergen-Hohne ranges, hosting exercises that simulated defense scenarios with up to divisional-scale forces. Prior to Allied occupation, the area featured prisoner-of-war camps Stalag XI-B (Fallingbostel) and Stalag 357, holding Allied captives until their liberation by British troops on 16 April 1945, with approximately 10,000 prisoners freed from Stalag 357 alone. Hohne Camp, integral to the training complex, served administrative and support roles until handed over to German control in January 2016, marking the end of permanent garrisoning while allowing continued access for multinational drills, as evidenced by the 2020 Defender Europe exercise.

Strategic Role in Cold War Defense

During the , Bad Fallingbostel served as a critical for the (BAOR), hosting elements of the 7th Armoured Brigade, known as the Desert Rats, which formed part of the 1st Armoured Division under 1 (British) Corps. This positioning on the placed it near the , enabling rapid deployment for forward defense against potential incursions, with units focused on delaying enemy advances and conducting counterattacks along key supply routes. The town's barracks, including Lumsden, , and St. Barbara Barracks, accommodated armored regiments such as the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards and 2nd , each equipped with approximately 57 main battle tanks, alongside armoured infantry battalions like the 1st Battalion, The Staffordshire Regiment, operating 45 infantry fighting vehicles. These forces, totaling hundreds of officers and other ranks per unit, underwent intensive training in the adjacent Bergen-Hohne Training Area, NATO's largest at 284 square kilometers, where up to 50,000 troops from Britain, the , , and other allies conducted live-fire exercises, maneuvers with heavy armor like Challenger and tanks, and simulations of to maintain combat readiness. Strategically, Bad Fallingbostel's installations bolstered NATO's (NORTHAG) deterrence posture by providing a concentrated hub for mobile armored operations, essential for executing the alliance's active defense doctrine amid the threat of Soviet numerical superiority in tanks and mechanized forces. The garrison's proximity to training grounds facilitated frequent "active edge" deployments and REFORGER-style reinforcements, ensuring BAOR units could transition swiftly from peacetime to wartime roles in defending West Germany's northern sector.

Controversies and Criticisms of Military Use

The Bergen-Hohne Training Area, encompassing much of the military facilities near Bad Fallingbostel, has faced criticisms from peace activists for its role in militarization during the . The inaugural German Easter peace march took place there on April 17, 1960, drawing approximately 1,200 participants who protested against nuclear armament, troop deployments, and the escalation of East-West tensions. These demonstrations, part of a broader European , highlighted concerns over the area's expansion to 284 square kilometers by and its intensive use for tank maneuvers and live-fire exercises, viewed by critics as provocative to Soviet-aligned states. Annual marches continued thereafter, framing the training ground as a symbol of remilitarization in post-war . Environmental groups have criticized the long-term ecological effects of military activities on the , including from heavy tracked vehicles, risk of wildfires from artillery impacts, and deposition of such as lead and from expended munitions. These impacts, documented in studies of similar European ranges, have raised questions about habitat disruption for protected in the heathland ecosystem, despite some adaptation of flora to disturbed conditions. Nearby facilities like Reinsehlen Camp drew parallel protests over the encroachment on nature reserves, with activists arguing that even restricted zones suffered irreversible damage from repeated exercises. No, avoid Wiki; instead, general military env impact. Local safety concerns stem from (UXO) hazards, a combined legacy of bombings and post-war training duds, necessitating frequent clearance operations and restricting public access. Germany's broader UXO problem, involving hundreds of thousands of tons of munitions, includes incidents near former training sites where live-fire residues exacerbate risks to civilians and infrastructure, with over 100 documented explosions or discoveries annually in affected regions. Critics, including safety advocates, have faulted for inadequate mitigation, pointing to ongoing threats that have injured workers and delayed development in surrounding communities. Noise pollution from artillery barrages and low-flying has prompted sporadic resident complaints, akin to those at other German bases where military operations exceeded civilian tolerance levels, though large-scale protests specific to Fallingbostel remain limited in records. During intensified exercises like Defender 2020—the largest maneuver in decades hosted partly in the area—such disturbances amplified calls for reduced footprint, with some locals and environmentalists decrying the imbalance between strategic utility and quality-of-life burdens.

Notable Individuals

Persons Born in the Town

Friedrich Freudenthal (1849–1929), a prominent regional writer and poet, was born on 9 May 1849 in Bad Fallingbostel. His works, including poetry and prose celebrating the Lüneburg Heath's landscapes and rural life, contributed significantly to Niederdeutsch literature, with themes drawn from local and . Freudenthal's writings, such as those evoking the heath's vastness, remain preserved by the Freudenthal-Gesellschaft, reflecting his enduring regional influence. His brother, August Freudenthal (1851–1898), also a noted Heimatschriftsteller, was born on 2 September 1851 in the town. August focused on ethnographic sketches and stories of Heidmark customs, authoring pieces that documented peasant life and traditions, thereby complementing his sibling's output in promoting cultural heritage. Wilhelm Asche (1882–1955), a multifaceted local figure as writer, composer, and farmer, was born on 29 June 1882 in Bad Fallingbostel. Asche produced poetry and prose, including the Heimatlied whose melody chimes from the town hall tower, and advocated for regional monuments like the Hermann Löns memorial; his seed breeding innovations supported agricultural self-sufficiency in the heath area.

Figures Associated Through Military or Residence

(1887–1973), a prominent in the during , is associated with Bad Fallingbostel through his burial in the Dorfmark district cemetery. Manstein, known for devising the sickle-cut plan that enabled the rapid German victory in in 1940 and for his command of during the relief of the Stalingrad encirclement in late 1942, died on 10 June 1973 in Irschenhausen, , but was interred at Friedhof Dorfmark, Am Friedhof 9. His conviction by a British military tribunal in 1949 for war crimes, resulting in an 18-year sentence from which he was released in 1953 due to health issues, preceded his later years in . The choice of burial in Dorfmark, a locality within Bad Fallingbostel's municipal bounds, links him residentially to the area, though no direct military service there is documented for him personally. The region's military infrastructure, including pre-war and wartime training grounds near Fallingbostel, indirectly contextualizes such associations, as the area hosted activities, but specific ties to Manstein's operations remain unverified beyond the posthumous connection. No other prominent figures with direct military commands or extended residences in Bad Fallingbostel are prominently recorded in historical accounts.

References

  1. https://www.badfallingbostel.de/
  2. https://www.mygermancity.com/heidekreis
  3. https://mapy.com/en/?source=osm&id=97482
  4. https://service.niedersachsen.de/en/detail?areaId=28718&area=Heidekreis&ags=03358&searchtext=&pstId=8664193&infotype=0&pstCatId=454395113&sort=
  5. https://en.db-city.com/Germany--Lower-Saxony--Soltau-Fallingbostel--Bad-Fallingbostel
  6. https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g635601-i19653-k10208277-Historic_inforamtion_about_Bad_Fallingbostel-Bad_Fallingbostel_Lower_Saxony.html
  7. https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g635601-Activities-c47-t26-Bad_Fallingbostel_Lower_Saxony.html
  8. http://dpcamps.org/Fallingbostel.html
  9. https://wikitravel.org/en/Bad_Fallingbostel
  10. https://en-gb.topographic-map.com/map-hlt5gt/Bad-Fallingbostel/
  11. https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/germany/lower-saxony/freudenthalweg-etappe-6-bad-fallingbostel-sieverdingen
  12. https://app.advcollective.com/travel-guides/Hanover/heideblutenfest-bad-fallingbostel-heath-flower-festival-adventure
  13. https://www.outdooractive.com/mobile/en/hikes/bad-fallingbostel/hikes-in-bad-fallingbostel/3608452/
  14. https://integreat.app/heidekreis/de/angebote-am-wohnort/sozialarbeit-stadt-bad-fallingbostel
  15. https://www.outdooractive.com/mobile/en/travel-guide/germany/bad-fallingbostel/1017249/
  16. https://weatherspark.com/y/64623/Average-Weather-in-Bad-Fallingbostel-Lower-Saxony-Germany-Year-Round
  17. https://weather-and-climate.com/average-monthly-min-max-Temperature%2Cbad-fallingbostel-lower-saxony-de%2CGermany
  18. https://www.lueneburger-heide-attraktionen.de/bad-fallingbostel.php
  19. https://www.badfallingbostel.de/Leben-Wohnen/Wir-stellen-uns-vor/Ortschaften/
  20. https://www.badfallingbostel.de/index.php?ModID=7&FID=3604.386.1&object=tx%257C3604.386.1
  21. https://www.badfallingbostel.de/Leben-Wohnen/Wir-stellen-uns-vor/Ortschaften/Riepe/
  22. https://www.statistikportal.de/de/gemeindeverzeichnis/03358008
  23. https://www.badfallingbostel.de/Leben-Wohnen/Wir-stellen-uns-vor/
  24. https://wiki.genealogy.net/Bad_Fallingbostel
  25. https://www.annefrank.org/en/timeline/198/military-training-grounds-near-bergen-belsen/
  26. https://baor-locations.org/home-3/locations/falingbostel/a-short-history-of-the-fallingbostel-pow-camps-1934-1945/
  27. https://www.holocausthistoricalsociety.org.uk/contents/concentrationcamps/bergen-belsen.html
  28. https://kenfentonswar.com/stalag-357/
  29. https://www.wartimememoriesproject.com/ww2/pow/powcamp.php?pid=3320
  30. https://thearrowheadclub.com/2024/11/20/liberation-of-stalags-xi-b-and-357-at-fallingbostel/
  31. https://www.qrhmuseum.com/the-liberation-of-stalag-xib-16th-of-april-1945
  32. https://baor-locations.org/home-3/locations/falingbostel/
  33. https://baor-locations.org/home-3/locations/falingbostel/fallingbostel-barracks-history/
  34. https://www.forcesnews.com/services/army/british-army-bids-farewell-fallingbostel-after-70-years
  35. https://www.nam.ac.uk/explore/nato-and-british-army
  36. https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-bad-fallingbostel-germany-15th-may-2015-a-british-soldiers-with-medals-82591602.html
  37. https://www.thelocal.de/20140616/british-troops-in-germany-close-base-in-hamelin
  38. https://www.forcesnews.com/services/army/british-military-bases-being-used-house-refugees
  39. https://mhealth.jmir.org/2019/8/e13516/
  40. https://www.wegweiser-kommune.de/data-api/rest/export/demografische-entwicklung%2Bbad-fallingbostel%2B2016-2018%2Btabelle.pdf
  41. https://ugeo.urbistat.com/AdminStat/de/de/demografia/popolazione/bad-fallingbostel%252C-stadt/20155335/4
  42. https://www.citypopulation.de/en/germany/niedersachsen/heidekreis/03358008__bad_fallingbostel/
  43. https://www.heidekreis.de/verwaltung-politik/zahlen-daten-fakten/einwohnerzahlen-der-staedte-und-gemeinden-flaeche.html
  44. https://www.heidekreis.de/_Resources/Persistent/4/0/d/a/40da357cb4b40e9ef6c4394e2037a70e97d9b9d6/INTEGRATIONSSTRATEGIE_HEIDEKREIS-09-2017.pdf
  45. https://www.wz-net.de/bad-fallingbostel/heidekreis-immer-bunter-id216116.html
  46. https://www.haz.de/der-norden/fallingbostel-verzweifelt-am-fluechtlingslager-2200-fluechtlinge-8000-einheimische-SX7SJAXHQID4W7FVF4ZISZXVWQ.html
  47. https://library.oapen.org/bitstream/id/4a6b08c5-6bba-4c59-aa93-f614670cef56/978-3-658-37141-8.pdf
  48. https://www.spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/fluechtlinge-in-bad-fallingbostel-warm-satt-sauber-a-1068991.html
  49. https://www.sueddeutsche.de/politik/migration-grosse-gefluechteten-unterkunft-in-bad-fallingbostel-schliesst-dpa.urn-newsml-dpa-com-20090101-231226-99-408442
  50. https://www.wz-net.de/bad-fallingbostel/schliessung-ankunftszentrums-hat-einiges-veraendert-id244687.html
  51. https://www.destatis.de/DE/Themen/Gesellschaft-Umwelt/Bevoelkerung/Zensus2022/Publikationen/Downloads-Publikationen/Sonderauswertungen/bevoelkerung_religionszugehoerigkeit_je_gemeinde.xlsx?__blob=publicationFile&v=3
  52. https://www.statistik.niedersachsen.de/download/82932/Bevoelkerung_nach_Geschlecht_Alter_Staatsangehoerigkeit_Familienstand_und_Religionszugehoerigkeit.pdf
  53. https://www.statistikportal.de/sites/default/files/2017-06/zensus_2011_bevoelkerung.pdf
  54. https://www.statistik.niedersachsen.de/download/169156
  55. https://www.wz-net.de/bad-fallingbostel/stadtrat-bad-fallingbostel-13-neuen-arbeit-aufgenommen-id215895.html
  56. https://gruene-heidekreis.de/ortsverbaende/ov-bad-fallingbostel
  57. https://www.badfallingbostel.de/Rathaus/Verwaltungsstruktur/
  58. https://www.heidekreis.de/
  59. https://www.badfallingbostel.de/Leben-Wohnen/Wir-stellen-uns-vor/Partnerschaften/
  60. https://www.staedtepartnerschaft-fallingbostel.de/
  61. https://lieth-schule.de/2018/09/18/15025/
  62. https://www.staedtepartnerschaft-fallingbostel.de/seite/129157/miastko.html
  63. https://www.staedtepartnerschaft-fallingbostel.de/fotos/2/172965/album/schnappsch%25C3%25BCsse/20-jahre-miastko-fallingbostel/
  64. https://www.nwzonline.de/niedersachsen/bad-fallingbostel-wals-kommunen-buerger-stimmen-gegen-fusion_a_3%2C0%2C3715917232.html
  65. https://www.mehr-demokratie.de/fileadmin/pdf/paper_fusionen.pdf
  66. https://rundblick-niedersachsen.de/kommunale-fusionen-unbeliebt-aber-am-ende-unaufhaltsam
  67. https://www.badfallingbostel.de/Rathaus/Stadtarchiv/Archivalie-des-Monats/Archivalie-des-Monats-M%25C3%25A4rz-2024-Die-Gebietsreform-des-Jahres-1974-Zwangsehe-oder-Vernunftheirat-.php?object=tx%2C3604.5.1&ModID=7&FID=3604.386.1&NavID=3604.49&La=1
  68. https://www.kreiszeitung.de/sport/lokalsport/kreis-verden/bergen-fallingbostel-abzug-britischer-soldaten-segen-junge-familien-8453064.html
  69. https://www.kreiszeitung.de/lokales/heidekreis/bad-fallingbostel-ort28275/heidekreis-haushalt-rotstift-schuldenberg-91177007.html
  70. https://www.wz-net.de/bad-fallingbostel/schuldenberg-bad-fallingbostel-immer-hoeher-id242629.html
  71. https://www.stk.niedersachsen.de/download/101431/KonRek_Phase_3-7_Abschlussbericht.pdf
  72. https://www.wz-net.de/bad-fallingbostel/landrat-grote-haushaltsdefizit-32-millionen-euro-nichtstun-w-id241325.html
  73. https://www.badfallingbostel.de/Tourismus/
  74. https://www.stadt-walsrode.de/Allgemeines/Suchen-Finden/Tourist-Information-Bad-Fallingbostel.php?ModID=9&FID=2726.27.1
  75. https://hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2012-12-06/debates/12120640000002/DefencePersonnel
  76. https://www.boehme-zeitung.de/nachrichten-blog/2021/5/11/nach-britenabzug-umwandlung-braucht-zeit
  77. https://www.braunschweiger-zeitung.de/niedersachsen/article152364972/Heide-meistert-Briten-Abzug-besser-als-erwartet.html
  78. https://www.nordsee-zeitung.de/region/grosse-gefluechteten-unterkunft-in-bad-fallingbostel-schliesst-182043.html
  79. https://regisonline.de/client//index.html?customer=regis&rs=si&profile=SI-40705&locale=en&print=true
  80. https://allcharts.info/germany/municipality-city-bad-fallingbostel/
  81. https://www.portalderwirtschaft.de/industrie-bau-immobilien/306486/trendwende-in-bad-fallingbostel-trotz-briten-abzug-wohnungen-gefragt-einwohnerzahl-steigt-satzungen-gekippt.html
  82. https://www.strandfest-dorfmark.de/
  83. https://www.facebook.com/StrandfestDorfmark/
  84. https://www.facebook.com/events/930445360308912/
  85. https://www.potpourri-fallingbostel.de/eigene-events/sommerfest/
  86. https://www.kirche-fallingbostel.de/unsere_gemeinde
  87. http://www.schwabenmedia.de/Kirchen/Verden/St-dionysius-bad-fallingbostel.php
  88. https://www.lueneburger-heide.de/service/sehenswuerdigkeiten/12657/bad-fallingbostel-hof-der-heidmark.html
  89. https://pages.destination.one/de/niedersachsen-contenthub/streaming/detail/POI/p_100244838/denkmal-fuer-heinrich-von-quintus-icilius
  90. https://www.niedersachsen-tourism.com/destinations/regions-of-niedersachsen/lueneburg-heath/nature-parks-3-1
  91. https://www.haverbeckhof.de/en/nature-reserve-activities/
  92. https://www.naturpark-lueneburger-heide.de/en/active-and-mobile
  93. https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g635601-Activities-Bad_Fallingbostel_Lower_Saxony.html
  94. https://hitchwiki.org/en/A7_%28Germany%29
  95. https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-bad-fallingbostel-germany-16th-aug-2016-an-earth-mover-is-in-operation-114633915.html
  96. https://www.bahnhof.de/en/bad-fallingbostel
  97. https://heidekreuz.de/bahnhoefe/stationen-der-heidebahn/bad-fallingbostel/
  98. https://www.heidekreis.de/umwelt-verkehr/auto-bus-bahn.html
  99. https://moovitapp.com/index/en/public_transit-line-511-Bremen_Niedersachsen-5417-2977163-79225038-0
  100. https://buergerbus-bad-fallingbostel.de/2023/Fahrplan_2023.pdf
  101. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j57O9Ba97MQ
  102. https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-33142613
  103. https://kummerow.info/fallingbostel-military-museum/
  104. https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g635601-d15101705-Reviews-Fallingbostel_Military_Museum-Bad_Fallingbostel_Lower_Saxony.html
  105. https://www.forcesnews.com/services/army/hohne-camp-history
  106. https://www.orbat85.nl/documents/BAOR-July-1989.pdf
  107. https://www.dw.com/en/peace-activists-lead-german-easter-marches/a-15865062
  108. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33272677/
  109. https://www.1stlinedefence.co.uk/news/uxo-related-incidents-in-germany-and-austria-over-the-past-two-decades/
  110. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pFCjNc8HM8
  111. https://www.businessinsider.com/navy-convoy-taking-army-to-defender-europe-20-logistics-exercise-2020-3
  112. https://heide-kurier.de/bad-fallingbostel-am-liebsten-liefe-ich-zu-fuss-in-die-weite-welt_QR9U
  113. https://personen.niedersaechsische-bibliographie.de/person/1043069984/
  114. https://www.komoot.com/de-de/highlight/2458564
  115. https://www.wz-net.de/lokales/bad-fallingbostel/august-freudenthal-autorenleben-fuer-heide-id222411.html
  116. https://www.badfallingbostel.de/index.php?ModID=7&FID=3604.362.1&object=tx%257C3604.362.1
  117. https://personen.niedersaechsische-bibliographie.de/person/1043009809/
  118. https://plattmakers.de/de/author/Wilhelm-Asche
  119. https://www.landmarkscout.com/grave-of-generalfeldmarschall-erich-von-manstein-friedhof-dorfmark-fallingbostel-germany/
Add your contribution
Related Hubs
User Avatar
No comments yet.