Unna

Unna is a rural district in North Rhine-Westphalia located east of Dortmund, situated between the Ruhr and Lippe rivers and comprising ten municipalities. The area includes towns like Bergkamen and Lünen, which serve as local centers for services and economic activity.

The district originated from the former County of Mark and underwent reorganization in 1929 when the administrative center moved from Hamm to the city of Unna. This change established the modern governance structure that continues today.

The coat of arms features a red and white checkered pattern combined with a red lion, reflecting historical ties to the Counts of Mark. These symbols remain visible today on official buildings and local monuments throughout the communities.

The administrative center in the city of Unna provides central services for visitors and residents across all ten municipalities. The best time to visit the region is during warmer months when the surrounding green spaces and parks are most accessible.

The region marks the eastern edge of the Ruhr industrial area while preserving farmland and natural spaces between its urban centers. This blend of industrial history and agriculture makes it a transition zone between two distinct landscape types.

Location: Arnsberg Government Region

Inception: 1930

Capital city: Unna

Elevation above the sea: 70 m

Part of: Regionalverband Ruhr

Shares border with: Dortmund, Hagen, Coesfeld, Recklinghausen, Hamm, Soest, Märkischer Kreis

Website: https://kreis-unna.de

GPS coordinates: 51.58000,7.67000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:20