Salzgitter, city in north central Germany, on a branch of the Weser-Elbe Canal, near Brunswick (Braunschweig) in Lower Saxony (Niedersachsen). Located in an area producing iron ore and natural gas, the city has industries manufacturing iron and steel, textiles, chemicals, machinery, and processed food. The Solbad, a salt spring known since 800 and a spa since the 19th century, is located in the area. The city was formed in 1942 with the merger of 29 communities; it was known as Watenstedt-Salzgitter until 1951. Population (1997) 117,842.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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