Schöppingen, municipality in the district of Borken, in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Schöppingen is a small town in Germany with an art scene and artists' village housed in converted farm buildings. It sits on the Schöppinger Berg, a hill about 158 feet (48 m) high, offering wide views over fields and forests.
Schöppingen has a history of nearly 1200 years, with roots reaching back to Saxon times. The Church of St. Brictius was built in the 8th century on the site of an old Saxon fortress and expanded many times, particularly after a fire in the 15th century when it was rebuilt in Gothic style.
Schöppingen is known for its artists' village, where creators from around the world work and display their pieces in converted farm buildings. The art scene shapes daily life in town and shows how creative practice is woven into the community.
Schöppingen is easy to reach by bicycle and has marked routes like the Kapellenroute that connect the town with the surrounding area. The flat landscape makes cycling and walking accessible for everyone.
On the Schöppinger Berg stands a guardian angel statue from 1913 that watches over the town and is believed to bring visitors luck and safety. The inscription promises: Travel happily, and God's angel be with you.
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