Brüggen

Brüggen is a rural municipality near the Dutch border in Viersen district, consisting of three separate villages. The landscape is flat with fields and meadows, featuring small village centers connected by country roads.

The settlement grew around Brüggen Castle in the Middle Ages, which later became a museum. The three-part structure of today's municipality reflects how different communities developed separately in this border region over centuries.

The municipality divides into three communities - Brüggen, Born, and Bracht - each with their own local traditions and way of life. Walking through the village centers, you notice how these separate parts have developed their own identity and character.

The municipality is easily reached by car or bus from larger cities like Mönchengladbach or Viersen. Basic services including shops, restaurants, and accommodations are available in the village centers, particularly in Brüggen and Bracht.

The area is home to several historical mills including Born Mill and Brüggen Mill, which shaped local farming and craft traditions. The Schwalmpforte, a surviving medieval town gate, also stands as a reminder of earlier times.

Location: Viersen

Elevation above the sea: 50 m

Shares border with: Roermond, Schwalmtal, Venlo, Niederkrüchten

Website: https://brueggen.de

GPS coordinates: 51.24167,6.18222

Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:21