Wöhrden

Wöhrden is a municipality in the district of Dithmarschen in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. It is located approximately 6 kilometers north of Heide. The municipality is situated in the western part of Dithmarschen, close to the North Sea coast. Wöhrden is part of the Amt Kirchspielslandgemeinde Heider Umland, which is an administrative association of several municipalities.

The area of Wöhrden is characterized by its agricultural landscape. Historically, the region has been shaped by farming and the proximity to the sea. Like much of Dithmarschen, Wöhrden has a history tied to the development of coastal defenses and the cultivation of marshland. The local economy is primarily agricultural, with a focus on crop farming and livestock.

The municipality comprises the village of Wöhrden and several smaller hamlets. It offers residents a rural lifestyle with access to the amenities of the nearby town of Heide. Wöhrden is connected to the surrounding areas via local roads. The natural environment surrounding Wöhrden is typical of the Schleswig-Holstein marshland, with flat terrain and open fields. The community is relatively small, fostering a close-knit atmosphere among its inhabitants.