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Population: approx. 12.900
Surface area: 34,22 km²

The community of Lengede in the county of Peine is a federation of originally five villages and municipalities. The municipality is characterized by mining as well as a nature reserve, which was built on former coal mining sites. Lengede owes a certain fame to mining, as in 1963 there was a dramatic pitfall that spilled nearly 200 men. The rescue of a majority of men under most difficult conditions was also known as the "Miracle of Lengede", which was adapted to many films.