Ibbenbüren

Ibbenbüren is a town in the Steinfurt district of North Rhine-Westphalia, sitting where the Münsterland plain meets the Teutoburg Forest. The Ibbenbürener Aa river flows through the area, shaping a landscape of wooded hills and gentle valleys.

The settlement was first mentioned in written records in 1146 when Bishop Philipp von Katzenelnbogen transferred land to a monastery. Mining and textile industries shaped the development of the town over the following centuries.

The municipal coat of arms displays a vertical golden anchor on a blue shield, representing the official colors of the city.

Three railway stations along the Löhne-Rheine line provide regular connections to Osnabrück and Bielefeld. The town is conveniently located between larger centers and can be reached easily by train or car.

The town maintains partnerships with places in France, the Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia and other German regions. These connections encourage cultural exchange and bring visitors from different countries together.

Location: Steinfurt

Elevation above the sea: 70 m

Shares border with: Tecklenburg, Hörstel, Saerbeck, Mettingen, Recke, Hopsten

Website: https://ibbenbueren.de

GPS coordinates: 52.27778,7.71667

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:05