Dortmund has a long history as a center of mining and the textile industry and is now an important business location with a dynamic economy and a high demand for well-trained professionals.

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

The Dortmunder U: A modern cultural center that hosts theaters, concerts, museums and exhibitions.

The Westfalenpark: A tall park in the heart of the city, a popular location for relaxing and walking.

The Florian Tower: A television tower that offers breathtaking views over the city and the surrounding area.

Dortmund Museum of Art and Cultural History: The museum houses an extensive collection of artworks and historical artifacts documenting the history of the city and the region.

Signal Iduna Park: The soccer stadium and home of BVB 09 Dortmund, one of the most successful soccer clubs in germany.

The Phoenix Lake: A popular recreational area for leisure activities such as cycling and jogging.

Dortmund has around 600,000 inhabitants. The majority of the population is german, but there are also many people from other countries and cultures. The city also has a young population as there are many universities and colleges, which are particularly strong in the fields of engineering and business. The unemployment rate in Dortmund is relatively low compared to other regions in Deutschland.

The purchasing power is average compared to other regions in germany. There are many shopping centers and boutiques in the city as well as a variety of restaurants and cafés, but there are also many working-class families and people with a rather average purchasing power. There are many cultural offerings, theaters, concerts, museums and exhibitions as well as numerous recreational opportunities such as parks and lakes.