Remscheid facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Remscheid
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Remscheid Location in Germany Show map of Germany Remscheid Location in North Rhine-Westphalia Show map of North Rhine-Westphalia
Country	Germany
State	North Rhine-Westphalia
Admin. region	Düsseldorf
District	Urban district
Area
• Total	74.6 km2 (28.8 sq mi)
Elevation	365 m (1,198 ft)
Population  (2022-12-31)
• Total	112,613
• Density	1,509.6/km2 (3,909.7/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+01:00 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+02:00 (CEST)
Postal codes	42801–42899
Dialling codes	02191
Vehicle registration	RS
Website	www.remscheid.de

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Remscheid is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is located in the Bergisches Land region, near the southern edge of the Ruhr area. Remscheid is the third-largest city in its region, after Wuppertal and Solingen.

In 2019, about 113,703 people lived in Remscheid.

Exploring Remscheid's Geography

Remscheid is divided into four main areas. These are Alt-Remscheid, Remscheid-Süd, Lennep, and Lüttringhausen.

The highest point in the city is a hill called the Brodtberg. It stands at 378 meters (about 1,240 feet) tall.

Remscheid's History and Growth

Remscheid was first established in the 12th century. For many years, it remained a small village. Its name has been spelled in different ways over time. Some old spellings include Remissgeid (1217) and Rembscheid (1639).

Industrial Development

The city started to grow a lot in the 19th century. This was due to the economic boom in the wider Rhine-Ruhr area. Remscheid became known for its mechanical engineering and toolmaking industries. A famous tool company called Hazet still has factories here today. From 1822 to 1945, Remscheid was part of the Prussian Rhine Province.

World War II and Recovery

During World War II, Remscheid faced a difficult time. On July 31, 1943, a large bombing raid caused a huge fire. This destroyed most of the city. Today, about one-third of Remscheid's buildings are from before World War II. American forces captured the city in April 1945.

Later Events

On December 8, 1988, an A-10 Thunderbolt II plane crashed in the city. Sadly, six people lost their lives in this accident.

Who Lives in Remscheid?

Remscheid is home to many different people. As of December 31, 2019, the city had 113,703 residents. Most of them were German citizens. However, about 18.4% of the population came from other countries.

People from many different nationalities live in Remscheid. The largest groups of non-German residents include people from Turkey, Italy, Syria, and Poland. This mix of cultures makes Remscheid a diverse place.

Must-See Places in Remscheid

Remscheid has several interesting landmarks to visit.

• The Müngstener Brücke is a very tall railway bridge. It connects Remscheid with the nearby town of Solingen. At 107 meters (351 feet) above the ground, it is the highest railway bridge in Germany. It was built in 1897.
• The Eschbachtalsperre is a special dam. It was the first dam built in Germany specifically to supply drinking water. It was completed in 1891.
• The old part of the Lennep borough is also worth seeing. It has 116 historic houses that date back to 1756.

Remscheid's Sister Cities

Remscheid has "twin towns" or "sister cities" around the world. This means they have special friendly relationships. They often share culture and ideas.

Remscheid is twinned with:

Remscheid also works with Mrągowo County, Poland, and Schmalkalden, Germany.

Famous People from Remscheid

Many notable individuals have come from Remscheid.

Images for kids

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  Müngsten Bridge

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  Teo Otto Theater

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  Kraspütt 3 in Lennep

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  Bond of the town Remscheid, issued August 25, 1922

See also

In Spanish: Remscheid para niños