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Warstein
View of Warstein with St. Pancratius and the Old Church
View of Warstein with St. Pancratius and the Old Church
Coat of arms of Warstein
Coat of arms
Country Germany
State North Rhine-Westphalia
Admin. region Arnsberg
District Soest
Subdivisions 9
Elevation
310 m (1,020 ft)
Population
 (2022-12-31)
 • Total 24,647
Time zone CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
Postal codes
59581
Dialling codes 02902 (Warstein),
02925 (Allagen)
Vehicle registration SO
Website www.warstein.de

Warstein is a town in Germany, located in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. It is part of the Soest district. Warstein is known for being the home of the famous Warsteiner brewing company.

About 25,000 people live in Warstein. It is a lively community with a rich history.

About Warstein

Warstein is a town in the western part of Germany. It is situated in the North Rhine-Westphalia state. This state is one of the 16 states that make up Germany. The town is also part of the Soest district. A district is like a county in other countries.

Warstein's Location

Warstein is located in a beautiful area. It is surrounded by hills and forests. The town's elevation is about 310 meters (1,017 feet) above sea level. This makes it a scenic place to live and visit.

Population and People

As of 2009, Warstein had about 27,669 residents. Today, the population is around 25,000 people. The people who live in Warstein are called Warsteiners. They contribute to the town's friendly atmosphere.

Local Government

The town of Warstein has a mayor who leads the local government. The mayor's name is Manfred Gödde. He is part of the Bürgergemeinschaft (BG) party. The mayor helps make decisions for the town. These decisions affect daily life for everyone in Warstein.

Economy and Industry

Warstein is famous for one of its main businesses. This is the Warsteiner brewing company. The company has its main office right in Warstein. It is a big part of the town's economy.

Warsteiner Brewery

The Warsteiner brewery is a well-known company. It produces many different drinks. This company provides many jobs for people in Warstein. It also helps the town's economy grow.

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