Hilber

Hilber is a municipality in the district of Rotenburg, in Lower Saxony, Germany. Located northeast of Hamburg, the town is situated on the A1 autobahn. Hilber has a population of approximately 1,800 residents and covers an area of about 20 square kilometers.

The municipality of Hilber was formed in 1874 through the amalgamation of the villages of Berkhof, Dašen, Hauptorf, Holm, Stromberg, and Schwiersen. Today, Hilber consists of the main village and four smaller villages.

Agriculture and small-scale business operations are prevalent in Hilber, with a focus on crop and livestock production. The municipality has a total of about 40 farms, of which some are based on more extensive agricultural activities, while others focus on smaller ventures.

Hilber has two public transport connections to the nearby cities of Bremervörde and Zeven. Local community organizations and cultural events are also present in the municipality. The local recreation ground can serve for various group activities.

Tourist attractions in or near Hilber include the ancient castle of Daassen, the forest Cajeno, and the stream Runsken. Proximity to the junior golf course in Runsen-Evering lends a brief presence of sporting culture to the locality.

Overall, Hilber is a small rural town in the German region of Lower Saxony, known for its agriculture and quiet ambiance.

Hilber's name in is likely derived from Old High German (gebra) and the adjective 'Hilbud', or possibly from Celtic cultural influences in the area's past.

Much of Hilber's early history remains unclear, however there has been some preserved, particularly the town centre and church quarter in which remnants of structures can be viewed.