Augustdorf

Augustdorf is a municipality in the Lippe region of North Rhine-Westphalia, stretching across a substantial area. The territory is characterized by forests and residential zones that shape the overall landscape.

The settlement was founded in 1775 when Count Simon August of Lippe-Detmold granted permission to establish homes on Dören hill. This beginning shaped the area's development over the following generations.

The community blends residential living with forest surroundings, creating a quiet everyday rhythm where locals enjoy outdoor spaces. Visitors notice how the natural setting shapes daily routines and how people use the green areas throughout the year.

The area has good roads and paths for exploring, leading through different landscapes and residential neighborhoods. Keep in mind that some sections are private property or training grounds not open to public access.

The municipality shares its land with a major military training ground that occupies a substantial portion of the territory. This unusual mix of residential areas and military operations gives the place a distinctive character found in few other locations.

Location: Lippe

Elevation above the sea: 169 m

Shares border with: Schloß Holte-Stukenbrock, Detmold, Schlangen, Lage, Oerlinghausen

Website: https://augustdorf.de

GPS coordinates: 51.90944,8.73173

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:23