Bottrop
Germany · Nordrhein-WestfalenDE
City in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Bottrop is a city in west-central Germany, on the Rhine–Herne Canal, in North Rhine-Westphalia. Located in the Ruhr industrial area, Bottrop adjoins Essen, Oberhausen, Gladbeck, and Dorsten. The city had been a coal-mining and rail center and contains factories producing coal-tar derivatives, chemicals, textiles, and machinery. Bottrop grew as a mining center beginning in the 1860s, was chartered as a city in 1921, and bombed during the Oil Campaign of World War II. In 1975, it unified with the neighbouring communities of Gladbeck and Kirchhellen, but Gladbeck left it in 1976, leading to Kirchhellen becoming a district of Bottrop as Bottrop-Kirchhellen. It is also twinned with Blackpool, England.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 118,705
- Coordinates
- 51.524, 6.928
- Timezone
- Europe/Berlin
- Elevation
- 55 m
Overview of Bottrop
Bottrop belongs to Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany and has the feel of a mid-sized city. Its resident count stands at approximately 118,705. And it shows in how much there is to see. Bottrop is strongest on adventure, family and culture. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Bottrop
Adventure in Bottrop
(3)Our data lists Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Theme Parks as adventure options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Bottrop.
Family in Bottrop
(2)Family in Bottrop covers Playgrounds and Water Parks. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Bottrop.
Culture in Bottrop
(1)Under culture, Bottrop is tagged with Mines. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Bottrop.
Nature in Bottrop
(1)On the nature side, Bottrop offers Parks. It is a direct read of Bottrop's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Sports in Bottrop
(1)On the sports side, Bottrop offers Snowboard. It is a direct read of Bottrop's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Bottrop
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable. December to February is when winter sports come into play.
Getting there & around
A medium-sized centre, Bottrop is best entered by regional transport and crossed on foot. Set your clock to Europe/Berlin on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Bottrop that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bottrop known for?
- Travellers associate Bottrop with adventure, family and culture. It sits in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany and counts about 118,705 residents.
- What can you do in Bottrop?
- Bottrop is tagged with Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks, Theme Parks, Playgrounds and Water Parks, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Bottrop?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable. December to February is when winter sports come into play.
- Where is Bottrop located?
- Bottrop belongs to Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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