West Bend, County seat in Washington County, Wisconsin, US
West Bend stretches along the Milwaukee River banks, featuring a combination of residential neighborhoods and commercial districts across varied terrain.
The settlement began in the 1840s when early pioneers established a community near the Milwaukee River, developing into an important regional center.
The Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend displays an extensive collection of regional artworks, representing the state's artistic development.
The city maintains multiple public parks, walking paths, and recreational facilities that residents can access throughout all four seasons.
West Bend earned recognition for its geothermal system that heats and cools several downtown buildings using underground water resources.
Location: Washington County
Inception: 1885
Elevation above the sea: 284 m
Website: http://ci.west-bend.wi.us
GPS coordinates: 43.42500,-88.18333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:38
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21.8 km
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St. Matthias Mission
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