Rösrath, Urban municipality in Rhein-Berg District, Germany
Description
Rösrath is an urban municipality in Rhein-Berg District comprising four distinct parts: Forsbach, Hoffnungsthal, Kleineichen, and central Rösrath. The town connects easily to Cologne and benefits from regional train services that link it to surrounding areas.
History
Rösrath was first documented in written records in 1356, marking the beginning of its known history. Archaeological discoveries of stone tools from prehistoric periods in the Forsbach area reveal that humans inhabited this region long before medieval times.
Culture
The town's name and coat of arms reflect its historical connection to the hunting traditions and the County of Berg, with the red lion and hunting horn serving as visual symbols of local identity. These emblems appear throughout the municipality and shape how residents understand their community's roots.
Practical
The town sits about 16 kilometers from Cologne with good access to regional trains and major roads. Visitors will find it easiest to explore the different districts by car or public transport.
Did you know?
The town's territory includes portions of two nature reserves: Wahner Heide and Königsforst, each offering different landscapes and ecosystems. This arrangement makes the area valuable for anyone interested in experiencing various natural environments within a single community.
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Eulenbroich Castle
172 m
Lüderich
4 km
Haus Venauen
764 m
Burg Schönrath
2.5 km
Haus Sülz
3.4 km
Rösrath station
169 m
Boxhohn-Eiche
3.5 km
St. Nikolaus von Tolentino
312 m
Evangelische Kirche Volberg
1.8 km
Haus Stade
1.6 km
Heilige Familie
2.2 km
Bunker Hoffnungsthal
2.1 km
Haus Sommerberg
1.2 km
St. Servatius
1.7 km
Motte Beienburg
2.8 km
Baumhofshaus
1.8 km
Königsforst
4.1 km
St Barbara's Chapel
4.4 km
Klostermühle Rösrath
113 m
Großer Steinberg
4.3 km
Heilig-Geist-Kirche (Rösrath-Forsbach)
2.3 km
Stephanuskapelle
2.5 kmVilla Reusch
2.4 km
Bunker Steinenbrück
5 kmAugustinerkloster Rösrath
3.5 km
Christuskirche (Rösrath-Forsbach)
2.6 km
Ringwall Lüderich
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