Nottuln facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Nottuln
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Center of Nottuln
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| Country | Germany | ||
| State | North Rhine-Westphalia | ||
| Admin. region | Münster | ||
| District | Coesfeld | ||
| Elevation | 59 - 186 m (−551.2 ft) | ||
| Population
(2022-12-31)
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| • Total | 19,901 | ||
| Time zone | CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2) | ||
| Postal codes |
48301
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| Dialling codes | 02502 02509 (Appelhülsen, Schapdetten) |
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| Vehicle registration | COE | ||
| Website | www.nottuln.de | ||
Nottuln is a town in Germany. It is located in the district of Coesfeld. This area is part of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. The name Nottuln comes from an old German word for "nut wood."
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Exploring Nottuln's Location
Nottuln is found in the Baumberge hills. It is about 20 kilometers (12 miles) west of the city of Münster.
Towns Near Nottuln
Nottuln shares borders with several other towns. These include:
- Billerbeck
- Havixbeck
- Senden
- Dülmen
- Coesfeld
Parts of Nottuln
The town of Nottuln is made up of four main areas. These are often called districts:
- Nottuln (the main town)
- Appelhülsen (which includes the train station)
- Schapdetten
- Darup
Nottuln's Past: A Brief History
People first settled in the Nottuln area a very long time ago. This was around 4000 BC. A church was built here in 860 by a person named Liudger. He also started the first convent in the Westphalia region.
In 1748, a big fire destroyed many buildings. The parish church and the convent area were rebuilt. They were designed in the beautiful Baroque style. This work was done by a famous architect named Johann Conrad Schlaun.
Getting Around Nottuln
Nottuln is easy to reach by road and rail. The Bundesautobahn 43 highway passes nearby. The train station in Appelhülsen connects to Münster.
Public Transport in Nottuln
Nottuln has many bus lines. These buses can take you to:
- Coesfeld, Darup, and Roxel (using bus lines R62/3)
- Billerbeck and Appelhülsen (using bus line T85)
- Münster (using bus line S60)
Nottuln is also great for biking. It is part of many bike routes in the Baumberge area.
Places to Visit in Nottuln
One interesting place to see in Nottuln is the Longinus Tower.
Famous People from Nottuln
Many notable people have come from Nottuln. Here are a few:
- Christian Baumeister (born 1971): He is known for making wildlife films.
- Clemens Maria Franz von Bönninghausen (1785-1864): He was a lawyer and a pioneer in homeopathy. He also owned land in Darup.
- Hermann Busenbaum (1600-1668): He was a Jesuit theologian.
- Franz Wilhelm Darup (1756-1836): He was a religious writer and a captain.
- Norbert van Heyst (born 1944): He was a commander of the 1st German-Dutch Corps in Münster.
See also
In Spanish: Nottuln para niños
