Minden

Minden is a town in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is the seat of the district of Minden-Lübbecke and lies on the Weser river in the northeastern part of the state, near Porta Westfalica, the gateway through the Weser Uplands to the North German Plain.

Historically, Minden developed as a fortress and trading town with fortifications and a centuries-old town center. Its location on the Weser made it an important crossing and administrative center in various periods. The town is best known for the Battle of Minden in 1759, a major Allied victory over France during the Seven Years’ War.

Notable sights include Minden Cathedral (St. Gorgonius), a medieval church with Romanesque and Gothic elements, and a well-preserved historic old town with timber-framed houses along the Weser promenade.

Economy and transport: Minden serves as an administrative and service center for the region. The economy includes small and medium-sized manufacturing firms and logistics activities, supported by a river port on the Weser and rail connections that link the town to regional and national networks.

The surrounding area features the Porta Westfalica gorge and related natural and cultural attractions, making Minden a regional hub for history, transport, and commerce.