History and nature in harmony
Büren
In the south of the Paderborner Land, Büren is situated between the river valleys of the Alme and Afte. The former district town is characterized by its rural surroundings, historic buildings and the townscape along the two rivers. Around Büren, meadows and fields alternate with wooded areas. The landscape and history of the town can be explored on excursions through the Bürener Land.
Wewelsburg
Wewelsburg Castle, majestically situated on a mountain spur above the Almetal valley, is an architectural gem in the Paderborner Land. As Germany's only triangular castle with a closed structure, it not only offers impressive architecture but also fascinating insights into the history of the region.
Wewelsburg Castle is home to the county museum and a youth hostel. The Wewelsburg County Museum has two sections: the “Historical Museum of the Hochstift Paderborn,” which focuses on regional history, and the “Wewelsburg 1933-1945 Memorial and Remembrance Site.”
Jesuitenkirche (Jesuit church)
The Jesuit Church is an impressive example of Baroque architecture and reflects the artistic style and religious fervor of the time. The church is part of the former Jesuit college and impresses with its magnificent facade and richly decorated interior.
Visitors can not only admire the artistic interior, but also enjoy the peaceful atmosphere that surrounds this historic site. Together with the former Jesuit college (now Mauritius Gymnasium), the Jesuit Church has shaped the cityscape for over 250 years.
Ringelstein castle ruins
The Ringelstein castle ruins are a fascinating destination for history enthusiasts and nature lovers. The remains of the medieval castle tell of an eventful past and offer impressive views of the surrounding forests and valleys.
A walk to the ruins takes you along idyllic hiking trails that highlight the natural beauty of the region. The Ringelstein castle ruins are a place that harmoniously combines history and nature, making for a special experience.
Hiking events
Büren is well known among hiking fans in Germany and neighboring European countries for its well-organized hiking events.
The “Büren Hiking Day”, with the almost unique hiking marathon (42 km) in North Rhine-Westphalia on the first Sunday in May, the night hike on the Sintfeld-Höhenweg trail on the night of the full moon at the end of June, and the “Büren Hiking Week” in autumn are known beyond the town's borders and are the hiking highlights in the south of the Paderborner Land.
Further information
Find out more about leisure activities in Büren:
Tourist-Information Büren
Königstraße 16 | D - 33142 Büren | Tel. +49 2951 970204