Altenbeken

Altenbeken is a municipality in Paderborn district that sprawls across hilly terrain and encompasses multiple settlements. The town sits in a green landscape and is home to a notable historical railway structure.

The distinctive railway viaduct was built in the mid-19th century and has shaped the area ever since. This structure was a major engineering achievement of its era and greatly improved transportation connections.

The municipality maintains international ties through a partnership with the French town of Betton near Rennes, creating opportunities for cultural exchange between the two communities.

The area is best explored on foot, with trails leading through the landscape and offering different viewpoints. It is advisable to wear suitable footwear, as paths cross hilly terrain.

The region is dominated by extensive forest areas that invite exploration and offer untouched nature. A dense network of walking paths allows visitors to experience the landscape in various ways.

Location: Paderborn

Elevation above the sea: 250 m

Shares border with: Bad Driburg, Steinheim, Horn-Bad Meinberg, Bad Lippspringe, Paderborn, Lichtenau

Website: https://altenbeken.de

GPS coordinates: 51.76667,8.93333

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:02