Bielefeld, University city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Description
This North Rhine-Westphalian city sits at the edge of the Teutoburg Forest, combining historic quarters with timber-framed houses and modern residential areas. The landscape shifts from dense urban development in the center to green hills and forests in the north and east.
History
Count Hermann the Fourth of Ravensberg founded the settlement in 1214 at the crossing of two trade routes, and it quickly grew into a center for cloth and linen commerce. In the 19th century, industrialization transformed it into a major location for textile production and mechanical engineering.
Culture
Students from more than a hundred countries shape the atmosphere in the streets and cafes, creating a young and international environment. Local theaters, galleries and small music events attract residents who value accessible cultural offerings.
Practical
The city maintains well-developed bike paths and a tram network that connects the main neighborhoods and makes it easier to reach most sights. The train station is centrally located and offers regular connections to other German cities.
Did you know?
A satirical internet story from 1994 claimed the city does not exist, which led to such public debate that the administration offered a reward for proof of its nonexistence. This humorous legend brought worldwide attention and is now commented on by locals with a wink.
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Sparrenberg Castle
550 m
Römerlager Bielefeld
10.2 km
Schildescher Viadukt
4.8 km
Heimat-Tierpark Olderdissen
2.1 km
Bielefeld Central Station
1 km
Obersee
5 km
Kunsthalle Bielefeld
350 m
Theater Bielefeld
333 m
Rudolf-Oetker-Halle
1.6 km
Christop 13
4 km
Hünenburg Telecommunication Tower
3.9 km
Lokschuppen Bielefeld
2.4 km
Ratsgymnasium Bielefeld
245 m
Hünenburg bei Bielefeld
3.9 kmRavensberger Spinnerei
925 m
Altstädter Nicolaikirche
238 m
Stadthalle Bielefeld
975 m
Old City Hall Bielefeld
370 m
Loom Bielefeld
727 m
Neustädter Marienkirche
235 m
Bürgerpark
1.5 km
Bismarck Tower
5.7 km
Crüwell-Haus
114 m
Telekom-Hochhaus
763 mBotanischer Garten Bielefeld
1.5 kmGut Eckendorf
8.1 km
Leineweberdenkmal
254 m
St. Jodokus
201 m
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