Methler’s history stretches back over 1100 years. It has seen independent municipalities and communal reform. Today we explore Wasserkurl a part of Methler.
Wasserkurl, together with Westick, once formed the independent municipality of Methler. This area has a rich history dating back over 1100 years. Imagine Wasserkurl as a small village. It stands as a testament to time.
Before 1968, Methler, Westick, and Wasserkurl were distinct entities. They each had their own identities. In 1968, they were united. This formed the larger entity now known as the city district of Methler.
Methler’s story is interesting. The Sportschule Kaiserau gained nationwide recognition. It was later renamed SportCentrum Kaiserau. The German national football team trained here. They prepared for the 1974 and 1990 World Cups. In 2006, the Spanish national team stayed here during the World Cup.
Consider Westicker Stra\u00dfe. It connects Kamen’s city center and Methler. After expansion in the 1970s, it became an accident hotspot. Roundabouts were built. They reduced accidents.
Methler’s religious landscape is diverse. Around 1540, St. Margarete in Methler adopted the Evangelical-Lutheran faith. Around 1600, the community remained Lutheran. Kamen and Heeren switched to the Reformed confession.
The population of the municipalities in the present-day Kamen city area changed over time. In 1910, Wasserkurl had 549 residents. Methler had 2368. Westick had 2615. Kamen had 10754. Heeren-Werve had 4032. S\u00fcdkamen had 593. Derne had 67. Rottum had 113.
Imagine life in Wasserkurl over a century ago. A small community. It is surrounded by larger neighbors. Yet, it has its own unique character.
Today Wasserkurl remains a part of Methler. It contributes to Kamen’s identity. Its history is interwoven with Westick and Methler. These identities combine to form a rich tapestry.
So, as we stand here, consider the past. Think about Wasserkurl’s journey. From an independent village to a part of something larger. This area’s story is part of Kamen’s story. It reflects the changes and transitions. These changes shaped this region over centuries.