State of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Schleswig-Holstein is a state found in the nation of Germany. Home to 2,800,119 people, it is the 9th largest division in Germany in terms of population.
Schleswig-Holstein gained its current status as a state in the year 1949. The government of Schleswig-Holstein is lead by Torsten Albig and is based in the state capital of Kiel (Population: 232,758).
The most populous cities in Schleswig-Holstein are: Kiel (Population: 232,758), Luebeck (Population: 212,207), Flensburg (Population: 85,838), Neumunster (Population: 78,383), Norderstedt (Population: 71,439).
Schleswig-Holstein State - Quick Facts
| Country | Germany |
| Region Type | State |
| ISO Code | DE_SH |
| Time Zone | CET |
| Year of Establishment | 1949 |
| Capital | Kiel (Population: 232,758) |
| Head of Government | Torsten Albig |
| Total Population | 2,800,119 |
| Total Area | 15,763 sq km (6,086 sq miles) |
| Population Density | 177.6 sq km (460.1 sq miles) |
This page was last updated on July 24, 2015.