Weißenfels (district)

Weißenfels (district) is a former district in the south of Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. It was named after the city of Weißenfels, the largest town and the administrative center of the district. The district was established in 1994 by merging the previous districts of Hohenmölsen, Naumburg, and Weißenfels. It was disbanded in 2007 as part of a district reform in Saxony-Anhalt, and its territory was divided between the new Burgenlandkreis and Saalekreis districts.

Geography

The district of Weißenfels was located in the southern part of Saxony-Anhalt, bordering the state of Thuringia to the south. The landscape of the district was characterized by the fertile plains of the Saale river valley, which were used for agriculture. The Saale river also provided a natural border to the east.

History

The history of the Weißenfels district is closely linked to the city of Weißenfels, which was first mentioned in historical documents in the 12th century. The city developed into a regional center of trade and administration during the Middle Ages. The district itself was established in 1994 through the merger of the previous districts of Hohenmölsen, Naumburg, and Weißenfels. In 2007, the district was disbanded and its territory was divided between the new Burgenlandkreis and Saalekreis districts.

Economy

The economy of the Weißenfels district was characterized by agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The fertile soils of the Saale river valley provided ideal conditions for agriculture, especially for the cultivation of crops like wheat, barley, and sugar beets. The district was also home to several manufacturing companies, including food processing, machinery production, and chemical industry.

Demographics

The Weißenfels district had a population of approximately 150,000 people before it was disbanded in 2007. The majority of the population lived in the urban areas, with Weißenfels being the largest city. The population was predominantly of German ethnicity, with a small percentage of immigrants from other countries.

See also

• Burgenlandkreis
• Saalekreis
• Saxony-Anhalt
• Weißenfels

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