Dissen am Teutoburger Wald

Dissen am Teutoburger Wald is a municipality in Osnabrück district that spreads across flat terrain and contains residential areas, commercial zones, and public spaces. The town center forms the main focal point, with housing districts gradually transitioning to more rural surroundings.

The municipality was established in its current form during the regional administrative reorganization of 1972. The area was long defined by farming before transforming into a modern administrative center.

The town center displays the typical character of a German municipality with local shops, a weekly market, and regular events throughout the year. Residents and visitors gather there for shopping and community celebrations.

The town center is easy to navigate on foot and offers parking for visitors arriving by car. Regular bus connections link the town to nearby Osnabrück.

The name references the nearby Teutoburg Forest, an important mountain range in the region, though the town itself sits on flat land. This location makes it a good starting point for trips into the wooded hills.

Location: Osnabrück

Elevation above the sea: 95 m

Shares border with: Versmold, Hilter, Bad Rothenfelde, Melle

Website: https://dissen.de

GPS coordinates: 52.11575,8.20342

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:10