Warendorf

Warendorf is a town in North Rhine-Westphalia, capital of the district Warendorf. In the Late Middle Ages, Warendorf was an important trading centre and belonged to the Hanse.

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It is twinned with Petersfield, Hampshire, UK and Barentin (France).

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Warendorf is known for its well preserved medieval inner city, horses (North Rhine-Westphalias "Langestuet" and the National Olympic Committee for horseback riding are located in Warendorf), and the possibilities for cycling. As bicycles are a common means for transport in the area, many bicycle lanes have been built, even alongside mainstreets outside the town.

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Warendorf has hosted several international events like skydiving world-championships, riding events or German swimming championships.

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Notable is the annual festival of Mari? Himmelfahrt (mid August).

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One of the most famous residents is Paul Spiegel, currently the president of the Central Consistory of Jews in Germany.

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Warendorf homepage

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Late Middle Ages: The Late Middle Ages is a term used by historians to describe European history in the period of the 14th and 15th centuries (1300–1500 CE). The Late Middle Ages were preceded by the High Middle Ages, and followed by the Modern Era....