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Troisdorf
Town hall of Troisdorf
Town hall of Troisdorf
Flag of Troisdorf
Flag
Coat of arms of Troisdorf
Coat of arms
Country Germany
State North Rhine-Westphalia
Admin. region Köln
District Rhein-Sieg-Kreis
Elevation
55 m (180 ft)
Population
 (2022-12-31)
 • Total 76,251
Time zone CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
Postal codes
53840, 53842, 53844
Dialling codes 02241, 02203, 02246, 0228
Vehicle registration SU
Website www.troisdorf.de

Troisdorf is a town in the Rhein-Sieg-Kreis (district) in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is located about 22 kilometers (14 miles) south of the big city of Cologne. It is also 13 kilometers (8 miles) northeast of Bonn, which used to be the capital of West Germany.

What is Troisdorf?

Troisdorf is a medium-sized town in western Germany. It is known for its mix of modern life and green spaces. The town is part of the Rhein-Sieg-Kreis, which is a larger area with many towns and villages.

Location and Surroundings

The town sits in a flat area, not far from the River Rhine. Its location makes it easy to reach other important cities. This includes Cologne, famous for its cathedral, and Bonn, known for its history.

How Many People Live There?

As of 2006, about 74,790 people lived in Troisdorf. The town is divided into 12 different parts or neighborhoods.

Who Leads the Town?

The leader of Troisdorf is called the mayor. Since October 2009, the mayor has been Klaus-Werner Jablonski. He is a member of the CDU political party. The mayor helps make important decisions for the town.

Friends Around the World: Twin Cities

Troisdorf has special friendships with other cities around the world. These are called "twin cities" or "sister cities." This means they share ideas, culture, and sometimes even student exchange programs. It helps people from different countries learn about each other.

  • France Évry, France, since 1972
  • Belgium Genk, Belgium, since 1990
  • Germany Heidenau, Germany, since 1990
  • England Redcar and Cleveland, England, United Kingdom, since 1990
  • Greece Corfu, Greece, since 1996
  • China Nantong, China, since 1997
  • Serbia Mušutište, Serbia, since 2001
  • Turkey Özdere, Turkey, since 2004

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