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| Ochtrup | ||
| federal state | North Rhine-Westphalia | |
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| Residents | 19.636 (2019) | |
| height | 55 m | |
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Ochtrup is a city in Münsterland in the Steinfurt district.
background
The first documentary mention comes from the 12th century. However, many traces of older settlement activities can be found, e.g. the monastery in Langenhorst was built on the ruins of an old castle.
getting there
By plane
The nearest international airport is the Munster Osnabrück Airport
(IATA: FMO).
By train
The Ochtrup train station 1 is on the railway line Muenster - Enschede. Thereby there are direct connections with Steinfurt, Gronau or Altenberge. You can change to national connections via the terminus.
By bus
Line 182 connects Ochtrup with Rheine, Gronau and CompetitionLine 174 runs between Gronau and Steinfurt with a stop in Ochtrup. A citizen's bus ensures a regular connection Metelen. Inner-city bus transport is also organized via a citizens' bus. In addition, lines 100 200 cover urban traffic.
In the street
Ochtrup is right on the 
. Here you can take exit 29 Ochtrup-Nord as well as exit 30 Gronau / Ochtrup.
By boat
By bicycle
- the 100 castles route leads through Ochtrup
- a railway cycle path connects with Rheine
mobility
Map of Ochtrup
Tourist Attractions
- 1 Lamberti Church - The original church from the 13th century was replaced by a new building in the 19th century due to lack of space. A baptismal font from the 12th century can still be found here today.
- 2 Marienkirche - There are numerous stained glass from 1952 and 1965 here.
- 3 Collegiate Church of St. Johannis - The church dates from 1230.
- 4 Welbergen old church - The church originally dates from the 11th century, but has been expanded several times over the years. Reliefs from the 12th century and the grave of the knight Johann von Oldenhus are worth seeing.
- 5 Villa Winkel - The 19th century Villa Winkel was built as a neo-renaissance building. In the 1970s, the villa and park were taken over by the city of Ochtrup and are used for various purposes. In the villa itself there are, among other things, a community college and music school. The park was transformed into a public city park, which includes a mini golf course, various sculptures and a small game reserve.
- 6 Former office building - The building was erected in 1898 in the Neo-Renaissance and Dutch styles. Today the social welfare office of the city of Ochtrup is located here.
- 7 Stüwwenkopp - This section of the wall is the last remnant of the former defensive system. Originally created as a water bear, it is now integrated into a fountain.
- 8 Beltman Construction - This building from 1893 is named after its architect Gerrit Beltman. It was built in the Dutch Renaissance style and originally served as the administration building of the Laurenz company. Today there are central areas, e.g. the information of the FOC Ochtrup (Factory Outlet Center) in this building.
- 9 Boehm's rotunda - The building, named after the architect Dominikus Böhm, dates from 1942. Originally, this also belonged to the Laurenz company. Today you can find Café Laurenz here.
- 10 Mountain windmill - This mill is one of the last remaining intact windmills of the type Wall Dutch and dates from 1848. Wind-milled flour is still made here today.
- 11 Old memory - The building originally dates from 1905 and has been completely restored. The Heimatverein has found its home here.
- 12 House Welbergen - The moated castle of Haus Wellbergen can be traced back to the 13th century. Today's structure and interior fittings can essentially be dated to the 17th and 18th centuries. The moated castle is part of the route of 100 castles and is known for its rich archive. Exterior visits are possible at any time. Interior visits and guided tours are possible by arrangement.
- 13 Pottery Museum, Töpferstrasse 10. Tel.: 49 2553 80854, Email: [email protected]. The museum shows the history of Ochtrup's pottery craft from the 14th century.Open: daily 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Mondays are closed.Price: € 1.00.
- 14 Doll and toy museum, Gronauer Strasse 57. Tel.: 49 2553 2465, Mobile: 49 160 1751095, Email: [email protected]. Open: From March to September on Wednesdays, Thursdays and every first Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and every first Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. from October to February.Price: Admission is generally free. But there is the possibility to donate on site.
- 15 Weiner Esch quarry - The quarry is a registered paleontological ground monument and especially known for the numerous fossil finds. For reasons not known up to now, an above-average number of shark teeth were found here.
activities
shop
- 1 Factory Outlet Center Ochtrup, Laurenzstrasse 51-55. Tel.: 49 2553 9730 0, Fax: 49 2553 9730 200, Email: [email protected]. Open: Monday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
kitchen
- 1 Café & Restaurant Laurenz, Laurenzstrasse 53. Tel.: 49 2553 720 271, Email: [email protected].
nightlife
accommodation
- 1 Hotel-Restaurant Brinckwirth, Bahnhofstrasse 41. Tel.: 49 2553 98585, Email: [email protected].
- 2 Hotel Im Wigbold, Church square 3.
- 3 Chalet - the guest house, Gronauer Strasse 113. Tel.: 49 25 53 72 47 0, Fax: 49 25 53 72 47 29, Email: [email protected].
- 4 House to the fir, Habichtsweg 2. Tel.: 49 2553 2319, Email: [email protected].
security
health
Practical advice
trips
literature
Web links
- https://www.ochtrup.de/ - Official website of Ochtrup
