Lengerich, Municipality in Steinfurt district, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
Description
Lengerich is a town in Steinfurt district, North Rhine-Westphalia, located on the southern slope of the Teutoburg Forest. The town spreads across varied terrain with residential neighborhoods, local businesses, and surrounding woodlands that shape its landscape.
History
Archaeological finds in districts like Wechte and Exterheide reveal human settlement from around 2500 to 2000 BC, including megalithic tombs and pottery. The town gained attention in 1645 when it hosted preliminary talks for the Peace of Westphalia, a treaty that reshaped European politics and boundaries.
Culture
The city maintains active international connections through partnerships with Leegebruch in Brandenburg, Wapakoneta in Ohio, and Warta in Poland.
Practical
The town has regular train connections to nearby cities, making it accessible for day trips or longer visits. Visitors will find a compact town center with shops and services for everyday needs.
Did you know?
The town played a role in European politics during 1645 when it hosted preliminary negotiations for the Peace of Westphalia.
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Haus Marck
4 km
Gempthalle
340 m
Steinbruch im Kleefeld (Canyon)
1.7 km
Evangelische Bodelschwingh-Kirche
4.5 km
Talbrücke Exterheide
2.4 km
Evangelische Stadtkirche Lengerich
116 mGut Erpenbeck
7.1 km
Leeder-Berg
3.2 km
Jüdischer Friedhof (Lengerich)
758 m
Kloster Leeden
3.4 km
Protestant Church, Ladbergen
10 km
Weidenhof
4.9 kmSteinhügelgrab Wechte
4.9 km
Lengericher Osning
1.5 kmIn der Nieder Mark
5 kmFeuchtwiesen am Bullerbach
8.9 kmFeuchtwiese Hohner Mark
4.3 km
Talaue Haus Marck
3.3 km
Großsteingrab Lengerich-Wechte I
4.6 km
Klinik Bad
4.4 km
Hohner Kirche
3.3 kmLienener Osning
5.8 kmFangberg
3.4 km
Landschaftsschutzgebiet Lengericher Osning
4.3 kmLengericher Berg
1 kmIm Tannenkamp
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