As an economic und cultural centre of Eastern Westphalia and with its population of 340,000, Bielefeld is one of the twenty major cities in Germany. Bielefeld's excellent infrastructure and its central location puts it within easy reach of all parts of Europe ( location map).

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For years, conspiracy theorists have been spreading the virtual rumour that Bielefeld is only a figment of the imagination in keeping with the motto, ”Bielefeld? There’s no such place!”. That’s far from being true, as you will see. Learn more about Bielefeld...

In Bielefeld there are many places you have to visit...