Imagine, if you will, Wehringen before you. This municipality in the district of Augsburg has seen centuries pass. It has developed into the Wehringen we know today.
Wehringen is located in Bavaria, Germany. It sits 15 km south of Augsburg. This places it in the Schwaben administrative region.
Let’s delve into Wehringen’s story. The municipality covers 13.96 square kilometers. It sits 532 meters above sea level. In 2023, Wehringen had a population of 3,055. That is a density of 220 people per square kilometer.
The local government is led by a mayor. Manfred Nerlinger of the CSU has held this position since 2008. Before him, Johann Merk of the CSU served from 1978 to 2008. Franz Geirhos, representing CSU-FWV, was mayor from 1967 to 1978. Georg Rott held office from 1948 to 1967. The first mayor after World War II was Franz Öschay. He served from 1945 to 1948.
The population of Wehringen has changed over time. In 1990, the estimated population was 2,251. By 2001, it had grown to 2,830. The census of 2011 counted 2,922 residents. In 2022, the census recorded 3,026 people.
Wehringen’s population shows an interesting structure. As of 2022, there were 1,545 males and 1,483 females. The age distribution reveals 531 residents aged 0-17 years. There were 1,905 people aged 18-64. 590 residents were 65 years or older.
The religious makeup of Wehringen is diverse. In 2022, 1,740 residents identified as Roman Catholic. 316 were Protestant. A significant number, 969 people, reported “Other/No/Unknown” for their religious affiliation.
Citizenship in Wehringen also presents a varied picture. 2,807 residents held German citizenship. 90 were citizens of other EU countries. 129 residents had citizenship from countries outside the EU.
Looking at the birthplaces of Wehringen’s residents, 2,673 were born in Germany. 157 were born in other EU countries. 196 residents were born outside the EU. Specifically, there were 53 people born in Poland. 40 in Turkey and 24 in Russia.
Wehringen is a vibrant community. Its history is reflected in its people and its leaders. The municipality continues to evolve. It balances tradition with progress. As you explore Wehringen, remember its past. Consider its present and look forward to its future.