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Werl
Wallfahrtsbasilika
Wallfahrtsbasilika
Coat of arms of Werl
Coat of arms
Country Germany
State North Rhine-Westphalia
Admin. region Arnsberg
District Soest
Elevation
73-228 m (−675.0 ft)
Population
 (2022-12-31)
 • Total 31,045
Time zone CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
Postal codes
59457
Dialling codes 02922
Vehicle registration SO
Website www.werl.de

Werl is a town in Germany, located in the Soest district within the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. It is known for its history and different parts that make up the town.

Where is Werl?

Werl is found in the western part of Germany. It is part of the Arnsberg region in North Rhine-Westphalia. The town sits at an elevation between 73 and 228 meters above sea level. It covers an area of about 76 square kilometers.

Exploring Werl's Districts

Werl is made up of several smaller areas or districts. Each district has its own number of people living there. Here are the main parts of Werl:

  • Blumenthal (48 inhabitants)
  • Budberg (596 inhabitants)
  • Büderich (3107 inhabitants)
  • Hilbeck (1339 inhabitants)
  • Holtum (1049 inhabitants)
  • Mawicke (521 inhabitants)
  • Niederbergstraße (210 inhabitants)
  • Oberbergstraße (363 inhabitants)
  • Sönnern (870 inhabitants)
  • Westönnen (2665 inhabitants)
  • Werl (22151 inhabitants)

Famous People from Werl

Werl is known as the birthplace of Franz von Papen (1879–1969). He was a German soldier, politician, and diplomat who lived a long time ago.


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