The Unna district surrounding Dortmund at its east is considered representing the green side of “The Brown Ruhr Area.”

Being one of the more beautiful districts, there are countless opportunities for exploring central German culture and workmanship at the same time. Here are a couple highlights…

The Kettenschmiedemuseum in Fröndeberg is a monument of the industry culture showcasing smithy art and how chains are being made. As a matter of fact, you may even try it for yourself!

The Cappenberg Castle in Selm, the Natur-Solebad in Werne, as well as the former Conveyor Tower “Ostpol” in Bönen are also worth a visit.

And if you’re after nature, then why not take a bike tour to and around the Horstmarer See, a lake in the nature park Lünen. For a smaller sized tour head over to Kamen and explore the Emscher-Park-Radweg.

Last but not least, Unna, the district’s capital, is a town that satisfies art lovers and museum enthusiasts alike.