Marl facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Marl
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Panoramic view of Marl City with town hall
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| Country | Germany | ||
| State | North Rhine-Westphalia | ||
| Admin. region | Münster | ||
| District | Recklinghausen | ||
| Elevation | 70 m (230 ft) | ||
| Population
(2022-12-31)
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| • Total | 84,331 | ||
| Time zone | CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2) | ||
| Postal codes |
45768, 45770, 45772
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| Dialling codes | 0 23 65 | ||
| Vehicle registration | RE | ||
| Website | www.marl.de | ||
Marl is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. About 88,500 people lived there as of June 2009. It is part of the Recklinghausen district.
What is Marl Like?
Marl is a city in the western part of Germany. It is known for its green spaces and parks. The city has a mix of modern buildings and older areas. It is a place where many people live and work.
Geography of Marl
Marl is located in the Ruhr Area, which is a large urban region. The city is about 70 meters (230 feet) above sea level. It covers an area of about 87.69 square kilometers (33.86 square miles).
Who Leads Marl?
The head of the city government in Marl is called the Bürgermeister, which means mayor. As of the information provided, the mayor is Werner Arndt from the SPD political party. The mayor helps make decisions for the city.
Twin Towns
Marl has special friendships with other cities around the world. These are called "twin towns" or "sister cities." This means they work together on projects and learn about each other's cultures.
Bitterfeld, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany
Creil, France
Herzliya, Israel
Zalaegerszeg, Hungary
Pendle, United Kingdom
Kuşadası, Turkey
Images for kids
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A piece of marl (a type of rock)
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The Scala dei Turchi, a coastal formation made of marl in Sicily
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A diagram showing what marl is made of (clay and limestone)
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Marl deposits from a lake
See also
In Spanish: Marga para niños
