Menden
Menden, with its 53,000 inhabitants, is a connected town with a high quality of life and economic strength and offers a successful mix of tradition and modernity. Thanks to its location between the Ruhrgebiet and the Sauerland recreational area, Menden is a feel-good town for residents and visitors alike.
Located in the Hönnetal valley in Sauerland and just a stone's throw away from the major cities of Dortmund and Hagen, Menden boasts forests, water, plenty of greenery and a picturesque town center.
Characterized by over 725 years of history with a medieval and historic Altstadt, Menden offers a variety of interesting sights that are definitely worth a visit. These include St. Vincent's Church and the Art Nouveau-style Old Town Hall. Both buildings are considered landmarks of the city. The still recognizable rampart ring, its town towers and the partially preserved town wall provide further impressive insights into Menden's history.
Those who live here appreciate the proximity to the metropolitan region and the recreational value of nature. On the other hand, with its diverse leisure and cultural program and the various town festivals, Menden is the meeting place and event stage of the western Sauerland. Local culture and open hospitality make it a center of attraction for the entire region.
Many town festivals and traditional celebrations such as the Menden Carnival, the Whitsun Fair, spring and autumn markets and, last but not least, the Menden Summer and Menden à la carte attract more than 500,000 visitors to our town over the course of a year.
Menden's nature offers the best conditions for numerous outdoor activities. Thanks to its location on the RuhrtalRadweg, Menden is the ideal starting point for interesting cycle tours through the region.
A shopping spree through the town center is also an experience for the whole family.
