Resteessen

Resteessen is a small village in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is part of the Recklinghausen district in the western Ruhr region, located about 25 kilometers north of Essen. The settlement sits on a flat landscape with agricultural fields and a small stream that flows through the valley.

The name Resteessen is of Germanic origin; early references suggest it combines a personal name with a suffix denoting a settlement, indicating a medieval origin.

The earliest records mentioning Resteessen date from the 13th century. Throughout the Middle Ages it developed as an agrarian community. In the late 20th century, as part of municipal reform, it became an officially incorporated part of the surrounding town and now operates as an Ortsteil.

As of 2023, the village has about 1,250 residents. The population is predominantly German, with a small number of residents from neighboring countries. The local economy is mainly based on agriculture and small service businesses, with many residents commuting to nearby towns for work.

Culturally, Resteessen preserves a rural village character. Notable sites include a parish church built in 1892, a timber-framed village hall, and a preserved windmill ruin in the outskirts. Local events center on a yearly harvest festival and a weekly market in the town square.

Public transportation is provided by regional bus services connecting Resteessen with surrounding towns. The nearest railway station is in the neighboring town, and regional roads link the village to larger highways.