Originally named part of Grueppenbuehren, Bookholzberg received its present name in 1937. This renaming was linked to the construction of the Stedingsehre open-air theater. The Bookholzberg area holds stories far beyond its current residential charm.
In 1934, a National Socialist theater was founded on this very ground. Today, the Berufsforderungswerk Weser-Ems occupies that space. The Stedingsehre itself served as a reminder of a dark chapter. It commemorated the Battle of Altenesch. In this battle, the Friesen Stedingens were defeated by the Bremer Bishop. It was the only crusade within Germany.
Bookholzberg is the second largest part of Ganderkesee. It is a village located seven kilometers north of the core town of Ganderkesee. It borders the low-lying Wesermarsch to the north. As of January 2024, Bookholzberg had 5,270 residents.
Transportation is convenient here. Bookholzberg belongs to the Bremen/Lower Saxony transport association. The Bookholzberg railway station is located in the northern part of the village. It sits on the Bremen-Oldenburg railway line.
The Bundesstrasse 212 runs through Bookholzberg. This makes it easily accessible by car. The Bookholzberg station is served by the Bremen S-Bahn lines RS3 and RS4. These lines connect Bookholzberg to Bremen, Oldenburg, and Nordenham.
Sports are an integral part of Bookholzberg life. The Bookholzberger Turnerbund was founded in 1912. It offers a wide range of sports. The sports facilities are located at Ammerweg and Ubern Berg. Additional sports fields are located on Huder Strasse. There is also the Tennis Club Bookholzberg with its own sand courts. The HSG Grueppenbuehren/Bookholzberg is a handball association. It has junior and senior teams.
Bookholzberg offers a blend of history and modern life. It is a place where community and accessibility meet. From its transportation links to its sports clubs, Bookholzberg is a vibrant part of Ganderkesee.