Werne: A Living 14th-Century Glory
Werne an der Lippe, Germany is a town in North-Rhine Westphalia that officially became a town in 1385. It became part of the Hanseatic League in 1470. Tourists can get to the town through the nearest airport— Munster Osnabruck International Airport (FMO).
Best Time to Visit
The perfect time to visit Werne an der Lippe is during the months of May through September, for the best weather. Peak tourist season is usually during the months of January, April, and May. Tourists are least likely to visit in June. One of the most popular events nearby is Ruhrfestspiele in Recklinghausen, which is held every May. It is one of Europe’s oldest theater festivals. With the goal of bringing different art forms, cultures, and languages together, it offers various performances by European artists and theater companies.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Dortmund Zoo in Dortmund is one of the most famous attractions nearby. It specializes in breeding and keeping South American species. It is also a renowned breeder of giant anteaters, giant otters, and tamandua. Another interesting, nearby site to visit is Botanischer Garten Rombergpark or Rombergpark Botanical Garden. It is a big, municipal arboretum and botanical garden founded in 1822. Today, it is one of the world’s biggest botanical gardens. Its arboretum houses thousands of woody plant species. You can also try your luck at the Hohensburg Casino. Many Werne hotels like Bleckmanns Hof provide incomparable German hospitality that treats every guest like a VIP. Hotel Am Kloster offers affordable accommodation packages suitable for all kinds of guests, whether traveling for business or pleasure.