Landgerichte are regional courts in Germany that handle a variety of legal cases, including civil, criminal, and administrative matters. They serve as the first instance for serious offenses and significant civil disputes, ensuring that justice is accessible at a local level. Each Landgericht is part of a larger judicial system, which includes Amtsgerichte (local courts) and Oberlandesgerichte (higher regional courts). The judges at Landgerichten are typically experienced legal professionals, and their decisions can be appealed to the higher courts, maintaining a structured legal process within the German judiciary.