Question: Ever wondered where Bonn ends and Königswinter begins? Right here in Vinxel, we straddle that line.
Vinxel is a special part of Königswinter. It sits close to Bonn. Vinxel offers a blend of rural charm and historical significance.
In 1173, Vinxel was first written about as “Vünfselden”. The name came from five local farms. Two of those farms still exist today. Gut Frankenforst is now a classicist manor house from 1872. Heiderhof, dating back to 1501, once belonged to Bodingen Monastery. Its residential building has been preserved from the early 18th century.
Let’s talk about Kapelle Mariä Heimsuchung. Locals affectionately call it the “Veußeler Dom”. Records show a chapel existed here as far back as the 14th century. The current chapel was built in 1758. It faced damage during World War II. It was rebuilt and rededicated in 1948.
Vinxel used to be part of Stieldorf. It belonged to the Amt Blankenberg until 1806. In the early 1800s, Vinxel became part of the Canton Hennef. Later, it joined the Bürgermeisterei Oberpleis. By 1846, Vinxel was integrated into the newly formed municipality of Stieldorf.
Did you know Vinxel experienced a population boom after World War II? People moving closer to Bonn increased the number of residents from 500 in 1950 to about 1,000 in 1970.
Take a look around. Note the mix of old and new. Vinxel has grown over the centuries. It has maintained its unique identity. Vinxel has a population of 1,612 residents as of 2022.
Between 1966 and 1981, architects designed unique housing here. These residential groups feature partial timber framing. They are now considered worthy of preservation.
Vinxel is more than just a location. Vinxel is a living history. It shows how a small village evolved. It shows how it adapted to the changing times while preserving its heritage. Take a moment to appreciate Vinxel’s story. Vinxel connects us to the past. It grounds us in the present.