Willich, Urban municipality in Viersen district, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Willich is a town in the Viersen district of North Rhine-Westphalia and divides into five main areas: Anrath, Hardt, Neersen, Schiefbahn, and central Willich. The layout mixes residential neighborhoods with green spaces and farmland that create a semi-rural feel despite its administrative importance.
The area developed from small rural communities that lived by farming and local crafts. It grew with the industrial expansion of the region and became an important administrative center.
The different neighborhoods maintain their own character, with each area having its local shops and meeting places. Visitors discover varied personalities as they move from one district to another.
The town is easily accessible by car and located near Düsseldorf, making it convenient for commuters. Local parking is available, and public transportation connects the different neighborhoods together.
The five districts were originally separate communities that were later merged together, making the town an interesting patchwork of local traditions. You can still sense this character when walking through the different areas and discovering their distinct village centers.
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