Oerlinghausen

Oerlinghausen is an urban municipality in the Lippe district of Western Germany, extending along the Tönsberg ridge. The area features traditional craftsman cottages and stone walls set against the backdrop of the Teutoburg Forest.

The settlement was first documented in 1036 and received city status in 1926. A major expansion occurred in 1969 when several neighboring communities were incorporated.

The Archaeological Open-Air Museum displays reconstructions of settlements from 10,000 BC to 1000 AD, showing how people lived and built in this region across different periods. Visitors can see firsthand how daily life and craftsmanship changed over these millennia.

The municipality sits on major routes between Bielefeld and Detmold, with direct access to hiking trails throughout the Teutoburg Forest. This location makes it easy to explore the surrounding area on foot or by bicycle.

The Air Sport Centre records the highest number of glider takeoffs annually worldwide, attracting aviation enthusiasts from across the globe. This distinction makes the place a special hub for sport flying.

Location: Lippe

Location: Amt Oerlinghausen

Elevation above the sea: 214 m

Shares border with: Schloß Holte-Stukenbrock, Augustdorf, Lage, Leopoldshöhe, Bielefeld

Website: https://oerlinghausen.de

GPS coordinates: 51.96667,8.66667

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:08