Haan, Urban municipality in Mettmann district, Germany
Haan is a town in Mettmann district situated between Wuppertal and Düsseldorf in North Rhine-Westphalia. It sits at the western edge of Bergisches Land and features a mix of residential areas and green spaces.
Settlement in this area dates back thousands of years with evidence of early communities from ancient times. These early roots demonstrate the region's long history of human habitation.
The marketplace functions as the main gathering place where residents regularly meet for markets and local festivals. Visitors can experience how the community comes together in this central location.
The town connects easily to nearby large cities through public transportation, making it simple for visitors to arrive and depart. Train stations offer direct links to major regional centers.
The town received the Garden City designation in 2017 based on its long tradition of gardening and seed trading. This recognition reflects how central these activities were to the local economy and identity.
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