Twist

Twist is a municipality in the Emsland district along the Dutch border, situated at about 16 meters elevation. The landscape is characterized by moorlands, farmland, and a canal system that manages water and drainage across the area.

The settlement was founded in 1784 when Prince-Bishop Max Franz allowed farmers from Hesepe village to settle in the moorland area. This establishment laid the foundation for an agricultural community at the border.

The Heimathaus, a converted old farmhouse, hosts music performances and brings together audiences with blues, folk, and jazz concerts. Visitors from the region and across the border come here to experience local and international musicians.

The municipality sits directly on the Dutch border and is easily accessible by car or bicycle, making it convenient for day trips from nearby towns. Visitors will find the flat terrain perfect for cycling, with rural paths threading through the area.

The municipality earned the nickname German Texas due to oil production that brought economic growth in the 1950s. This unexpected resource shaped a rural area in remarkable ways and left marks on local history.

Location: Emsland

Elevation above the sea: 16 m

Shares border with: Haren, Meppen, Geeste, Ringe, Hoogstede, Georgsdorf, Wietmarschen, Emmen

Website: https://twist-emsland.de

GPS coordinates: 52.64722,7.09479

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:29