Datteln

Datteln is a medium-sized town in Recklinghausen district, North Rhine-Westphalia, home to around 35,200 people. The settlement covers 66 square kilometers (25 square miles) at an elevation of 49 meters (160 feet) above sea level.

The settlement grew during medieval times along trade routes. Construction of the Dortmund-Ems Canal in the early 20th century transformed the town into a major transport hub.

This town takes its name from dried dates once traded in the region. The local gallery hosts rotating photography shows where residents capture everyday moments across the community.

The town hall operates an online booking system for administrative appointments. Many municipal services are accessible through digital channels, reducing the need for in-person visits.

Four waterways intersect here, making this the largest canal junction in the world. The channels carry freight between industrial regions of the Ruhr and northern seaports.

Location: Recklinghausen

Elevation above the sea: 49 m

Shares border with: Waltrop, Castrop-Rauxel

Website: https://datteln.de

GPS coordinates: 51.65389,7.34167

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:40