Neuenrade

Neuenrade is a town in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is located in the Märkischer Kreis district in the Arnsberg region, within the Sauerland, a hilly and forested part of the state. The town sits in a natural landscape of woods, small valleys, and waterways that characterizes the southern part of the district.

The area has historical roots dating to the Middle Ages, and the current town emerged from the consolidation of several villages during the municipal reforms in North Rhine-Westphalia in the late 1960s and early 1970s. This reform created the present administrative boundaries and governance structure.

Neuenrade is governed by a town council and a mayor, who oversee local administration and services for residents and the surrounding communities. It serves as an administrative and service center within the southern portion of Märkischer Kreis.

The local economy centers on small and medium-sized enterprises, services, retail, and forestry, with the region’s natural setting supporting tourism and outdoor recreation. The town is connected by regional roads and a transport network that links Neuenrade with larger towns and cities in the region.

Education and culture: Neuenrade provides primary and secondary schools and hosts local cultural events, clubs, and historical sites that reflect the regional heritage. The town maintains a modest but active cultural life in concert with the surrounding communities.