Coesfeld
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| Country | Germany |
| State | North Rhine-Westphalia |
| Administrative region | Münster |
| District | Coesfeld |
| Population | 36,685 (2005) |
| Area | 141.05 km² |
| Population density | 260 /km² |
| Elevation | 89 m |
| Coordinates | 51°57′ N 7°10′ E |
| Postal code | 48653 |
| Area code | 02541 |
| Licence plate code | COE |
| Mayor | Heinz Öhmann (CDU) |
| Website | coesfeld.de |
Coesfeld is a town in North Rhine-Westphalia, capital of the district of Coesfeld. It is situated in the Baumberge in Münsterland.
Major secondary schools are the Nepomucenum and St.-Pius-Gymnasium.
[edit] History
Coesfeld was founded by Saint Ludger in the early 9th century.
[edit] Neighbouring towns
[edit] External links
- (German) Town Website of Coesfeld
- (German) Village Website of Dülmen
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