Rheda-Wiedenbrück facts for kids
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Rheda-Wiedenbrück
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Schloss Rheda
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| Country | Germany | ||
| State | North Rhine-Westphalia | ||
| Admin. region | Detmold | ||
| District | Gütersloh | ||
| Elevation | 66-105 m (−278.5 ft) | ||
| Population
(2022-12-31)
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| • Total | 49,486 | ||
| Time zone | CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2) | ||
| Postal codes |
33378
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| Dialling codes | 05242 | ||
| Vehicle registration | GT | ||
| Website | rheda-wiedenbrueck.de | ||
Rheda-Wiedenbrück is a town in Germany. It is located in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. This town is part of the Gütersloh area. About 47,000 people live here. Rheda-Wiedenbrück is known for its many old and beautiful houses. These buildings were constructed hundreds of years ago.
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Where is Rheda-Wiedenbrück?
Rheda-Wiedenbrück is in the western part of Germany. It is in the state called North Rhine-Westphalia. This state is one of the largest in Germany. The town is found in the Detmold region. It is also part of the Gütersloh district. The town sits between 66 and 105 meters above sea level.
A Look at the Town's History
Rheda-Wiedenbrück is actually two older towns that joined together. These towns were Rheda and Wiedenbrück. They became one town in 1970. Both parts have a long history. Wiedenbrück, for example, was first mentioned in records around the year 785. It was an important place for trade.
Old Buildings and Architecture
The town is famous for its historic buildings. Many of these are half-timbered houses. These houses have wooden frames filled with brick or plaster. They were built a long time ago. Walking through the town feels like stepping back in time. The old market squares are also very charming.
The Thirty Years' War Impact
Some buildings show signs of past conflicts. For example, Saint Aegidius Church has bullet damage. This damage is from the Thirty Years' War. This war happened in Europe from 1618 to 1648. It shows how old the town's history is.
Life in Rheda-Wiedenbrück
The town has a population of about 47,000 people. It covers an area of about 86.66 square kilometers. The mayor of Rheda-Wiedenbrück is Theo Mettenborg. He is a member of the CDU political party. The town hall is located at Rathausplatz 13. It is a central place for the community.
Local Government and Services
The town is divided into six main parts. The local government helps run the town. They provide services for the people living there. This includes things like libraries and public spaces. The city hall also has a city library. It was recently renovated.
Images for kids
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Wiedenbrück market square
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Renovated city hall with city library in Rheda
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Bullet damage from the Thirty Years' War at Saint Aegidius church
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A friendly robot
