Nordhorn

The city center of Nordhorn sits along the Vechte River, with water channels weaving through streets and neighborhoods creating multiple waterfront areas.

Nordhorn received its town rights in 1379, becoming a significant trading center due to its location on the crossroads of important medieval routes.

Several religious buildings constructed with Bentheim sandstone, including the Late Gothic Alte Kirche, reflect the architectural heritage of different periods.

The Nordhorn Animal Park houses 85 species and includes dedicated areas for native wildlife conservation, a cafe, and recreational spaces for families.

The city maintains its textile industry heritage through the Povel Tower Museum, displaying machinery and documentation from its manufacturing past.

Location: County of Bentheim

Elevation above the sea: 23 m

Shares border with: Wietmarschen, Osterwald, Schüttorf

Website: https://nordhorn.de

GPS coordinates: 52.43333,7.06667

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:09