Bielefeld has a long history as a center of the textile industry and is now an important business location, especially in the areas of services, health and education.

Some of the most famous and popular sights in Bielefeld are:

The Bielefeld City Museum: A museum that documents the history and culture of the City.

The Sparrenburg:A castle from the 13th century, which is now a popular location for tours and events.

The Botanical Gardens:A tall park in the heart of the City, a popular location for recreation and leisure.

The Theater Bielefeld:A theater that regularly hosts performances and concerts.

Bielefeld University:One of the tallest universities in North Rhine-Westphalia, known for its science, technology and economics faculties.

Bielefeld has around 330,000 inhabitants.