Ahrensburg Population 2026
Ahrensburg has a population of 30,103, making it the #401 biggest city in 🇩🇪 Germany, located in Schleswig-Holstein. It is about 114× smaller than Berlin, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,103
Rank in Germany
#401
Coordinates
53.68°N, 10.24°E
~42 m elevation · Europe/Berlin
Distance to capital (Berlin)
248 km
154 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Schleswig-Holstein
| City | Population | Rank in Germany |
|---|---|---|
| Kiel | 252,668 | #28 |
| Lübeck | 212,207 | #38 |
| Flensburg | 85,838 | #97 |
| Norderstedt | 82,844 | #101 |
| Neumünster | 80,196 | #105 |
| Elmshorn | 48,703 | #203 |
| Pinneberg | 40,577 | #273 |
| Wedel | 34,912 | #327 |
Cities near Ahrensburg
FAQ
What is the population of Ahrensburg?
Ahrensburg has a population of 30,103 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #401 biggest city in Germany.
What region is Ahrensburg in?
Ahrensburg is located in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany.
Is Ahrensburg the capital of Germany?
No, the capital of Germany is Berlin, about 248 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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