Nottuln: Historic Town Center, Baumberge Hills and Culture

Nottuln lies in the gently rolling hills of the Baumberge. Around St. Martinus Church, sandstone, brick and half-timbered facades shape the historic town center. Johann Conrad Schlaun rebuilt the town center after the devastating fire of 1748. Here, you’ll find a variety of facade materials and a defining turning point in the town’s history.

If you’re looking for hotels in Nottuln, you can plan your trip around the subjects that interest you: local history, walks, cycling or events. Each of the different activities gives your stay its own focus.

Historic Town Center and Culture

A guided tour of St. Martinus Church includes a climb up to the church bells and a demonstration of traditional bell ringing. Check whether the tour is available before you arrive. The craft of blue-printing has been part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity since early December 2018. For anyone interested in craftsmanship and intangible cultural heritage, this offers a different way to explore cultural history than the facades and the church.

Walks and Cycling Routes

The Low German Trail is a 4.7-kilometer circular walk through Nottuln. Low German texts accompany the route at twelve stops. The trail starts at Stiftsplatz in the historic town center. Its length, circular route and number of stops give you specific details to help plan this walk.

The SteverLandRoute offers a different way to explore the area. This family-friendly cycling route in the Münsterland runs from the source of the Stever in the town of Nottuln to its mouth at the Lippe near Haltern am See. Children can explore the route with their own cycling map, collect coins and solve puzzles. At interactive stops, you can discover, try things out or enjoy a picnic together. The two routes are distinct: the Low German Trail is a circular walk of a set length with language-themed stops, while the SteverLandRoute is a cycling connection between the river’s source and mouth.

The Baumberge Hills and the View

The Longinus Tower is 32 meters tall, with its viewing platform at a height of 24 meters. The view extends beyond the Westphalian Bay. The tower has been a protected monument since 1991 and is listed as A101 in the Nottuln municipal register of monuments. Its viewpoint and protected status give the structure both scenic and historical significance.

Events Throughout the Year

The three-day Martinimarkt in the historic town center brings together a modern funfair, a market selling household goods and a village of craftspeople. It was first documented in 1622; the specific dates vary each year. The three-day wine festival is also held at Stiftsplatz in the historic town center. It features wines from German wine-growing regions and food. The music program ranges from brass bands and big band sounds to jazz and pop; performers may vary from year to year. If you’d like to combine your trip with one of these events, check the dates for your chosen year.

Outdoor Activities

Nottuln’s outdoor wave pool has two beach volleyball courts, a toddlers’ pool, a splash play area and a playground with a climbing tower. The different facilities offer a range of activities, from playing sports on the courts to enjoying the water and play areas.

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