Economic Structure
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The district of Gifhorn, with an area of 1,567.6 km², is one of the largest districts in Lower Saxony and offers the perfect balance between economic growth and high quality of life. Located centrally in the Hannover – Braunschweig – Wolfsburg metropolitan region, Gifhorn provides excellent connections to key transport routes. Its proximity to the automotive industry in Wolfsburg is particularly attractive for suppliers and service providers in the automotive sector. Short transport routes, quick communication options, and direct business relationships promote efficient production processes. Furthermore, the closeness to Wolfsburg and Braunschweig provides access to a vast environment of innovation and research.
Residents
Commercial space
1.567,6
Average age
Unemployment rate
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Companies at the business location
Business trips & events
From accommodations and conference rooms to leisure activities after work. The Tourism Company Südheide GmbH supports you in organizing your stay: they advise you in finding suitable accommodation, provide tips for activity planning, arrange cultural and landscape tours, or suggest possible cycling and hiking routes through the idyllic landscape of the Gifhorn district.
Infrastructure
Municipal Road
814
Canal route
54,71
Construction of the A39 Motorway
In Planning
Sports and recreation area
14,64
On the Go in the Gifhorn District
The train connections Enno (Wolfsburg-Hannover) and Erixx (Braunschweig-Uelzen) provide commuters with a fast and reliable means of transportation. Ten bus sub-networks complement the train services, covering the region, while the on-demand bus offers flexible rides upon request. Overall, this network ensures convenient and flexible mobility in the Gifhorn district.
LK Gifhorn I&S/ Alexander Zaborowski
Wirtschaftsvereinigung Gifhorn e.V.
More than 200 companies from the Gifhorn district have already joined the Gifhorn Economic Association (WVGF). Regular event offerings allow members to engage in conversation with each other. This cross-industry exchange creates synergies and strengthens the foundation for a strong local economy.
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Economic Region Braunschweig - Wolfsburg
A region that offers both professional excellence and pure quality of life.
In Braunschweig, Goslar, Salzgitter, Wolfenbüttel, and Wolfsburg, numerous universities, colleges, and institutes create a vibrant landscape for education, research, and innovation. Braunschweig, the second-largest city in Lower Saxony, has become the center of the most research-intensive region in Europe, thanks to its high concentration of research institutions. More scientists work here than anywhere else in Germany, giving the region a decisive competitive advantage.
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More InformationIn addition to its economic and scientific strength, the Braunschweig-Wolfsburg region offers exceptional quality of life. The Harz National Park and the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, as well as the rural moor and heathlands around Peine and Gifhorn, provide ample opportunities for relaxation. Numerous cultural offerings ensure vibrant life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Economic Region Braunschweig - Wolfsburg
Eine Region, die sowohl berufliche Spitzenleistung als auch pure Lebensqualität bietet.
In Braunschweig, Goslar, Salzgitter, Wolfenbüttel, and Wolfsburg, numerous universities, colleges, and institutes create a vibrant landscape for education, research, and innovation. Braunschweig, the second-largest city in Lower Saxony, has become the center of the most research-intensive region in Europe, thanks to its high concentration of research institutions. More scientists work here than anywhere else in Germany, giving the region a decisive competitive advantage.
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More InformationIn addition to its economic and scientific strength, the Braunschweig-Wolfsburg region offers exceptional quality of life. The Harz National Park and the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, as well as the rural moor and heathlands around Peine and Gifhorn, provide ample opportunities for relaxation. Numerous cultural offerings ensure vibrant life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
District Units in the Gifhorn District
Collective municipalities
Cities
Single Municipality
The City of Gifhorn
The city of Gifhorn, which gives its name to the Gifhorn district, is the administrative center of the district as well as the location of the Gifhorn district court. It combines history and progress. The city, which originally developed around a castle, fascinates with its well-preserved old town and the impressive Gifhorn Castle. Gifhorn is also known for its International Windmill Museum, where traditional milling craftsmanship comes to life.
Die Fußgängerzone besticht durch eine Vielzahl von inhabergeführten Fachgeschäften, einladenden Sitzgelegenheiten und Kinderspielangeboten. Auch im Zentrum ist die Naturnähe vorhanden. Die Aller fließt mitten durch die Fußgängerzone und versprüht eine besonders willkommen heißende Atmosphäre.
LK Gifhorn I&S/ Alexander Zaborowski
LK Gifhorn I&S/ Alexander Zaborowski
LK Gifhorn I&S/ Alexander Zaborowski
LK Gifhorn I&S/ Alexander Zaborowski
Wista GmbH
WiSta GmbH is your contact for economic development and city marketing in the Gifhorn urban area, including the municipalities of Gamsen, Kästorf, Wilsche, Neubokel, and Winkel.
City-Gemeinschaft Gifhorn e.V.
The City-Gemeinschaft Gifhorn e.V. brings together the interests of local retailers in the city of Gifhorn. Through organizing events in the city center and the joint Gifhorn voucher program, the City-Gemeinschaft revitalizes the pedestrian zone and sustainably strengthens brick-and-mortar retail. This is a clear advantage for both customers and local merchants.
The city of Wittingen
LK Gifhorn I&S/ Alexander Zaborowski
CCO/ Frank Bierstedt
LK Gifhorn I&S/ Alexander Zaborowski
CCO/ Frank Bierstedt