Selfkant, Non-urban municipality in Heinsberg, Germany
Description
Selfkant is a municipality in the Heinsberg region of North Rhine-Westphalia, located near the border with the Netherlands. The area is rural, characterized by agricultural land and small villages spread throughout.
History
After World War II, Selfkant belonged to the Netherlands from 1949 to 1963, and residents held Dutch passports during this period. Its return to Germany in 1963 marked a significant turning point in the municipality's history.
Culture
The municipality participates in the Cittaslow movement, promoting local traditions, craft preservation, and community-focused social gatherings throughout the region.
Practical
The municipality sits in a border region and is easily accessible from the Netherlands. Visitors will find quiet villages and walking paths through the flat countryside here.
Did you know?
Selfkant was formed in 1969 from the merger of seven smaller municipalities, including Havert, Höngen, and Tüddern. This merger shaped the municipality's current structure and identity.
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