Benrath facts for kids
Benrath is a lovely part of Düsseldorf, a big city in Germany. It became part of Düsseldorf in 1929. Benrath is known for its beautiful castle and rich history.
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Benrath's Story: A Look Back in Time
Benrath's name comes from the "Knights of Benrode." These were important people who lived here a long time ago. We first hear about Benrath in old writings from the year 1222. That's over 800 years ago!
A very old church was built in Benrath in 1002. Imagine how many people have visited that church over the centuries! In the 1300s, Benrath was a small village. It belonged to the powerful Counts of Berg.
Later, during the time of the Industrial Revolution, Benrath grew very quickly. This was because it was right next to an important railway line. Trains helped move goods and people, making Benrath a busy place. In 1929, Benrath officially joined the city of Düsseldorf.
Benrath Today: A Lively Place
Today, Benrath is located in the southern part of Düsseldorf. It covers an area of about 5.90 square kilometers. Around 15,900 people call Benrath home.
Benrath has its own railway station. It's called Benrath Railway Station. Many years ago, big long-distance trains used to stop here. Now, it's mostly a station for regional trains. These trains help people travel to nearby towns and cities.
The Benrath Line: A Language Border
Did you know that Benrath is famous for something special in the German language? There's something called the "Benrath line." This line is like an invisible border. It shows where the way people speak German changes. On one side, people speak Northern German. On the other side, they speak Southern German. It's a cool way to see how languages can have different dialects!
The Benrath Castle: A Grand Landmark
One of the most famous places in Benrath is the Benrath Castle. It's one of the biggest castles built in the Baroque style in all of Germany. The Baroque style means it's very grand and fancy, with lots of decorations.
Inside the castle, there is a museum. You can learn about the castle's history and see beautiful art. The castle also has a huge and very famous park. It's a wonderful place to walk around and enjoy nature.
Images for kids
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Benrath Mayor Hall
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Church St. Cäcilia
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Church St. Cäcilia
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Schloss Benrath, main building, front side
