Behringhausen

Hidden on the western edge of Castrop-Rauxel lies Behringhausen. It’s a place where the rumble of trains blends with the quiet murmur of the Landwehrbach stream. Behringhausen isn’t just a name on a map. It’s a story etched in time, a story of a Westphalian farming community that predates the roar of the Industrial Revolution. Once a part of the County of Mark, Behringhausen grew from a small settlement into a municipality within the Dortmund district. Imagine the year 1818, with just 104 souls calling this place home. By 1895, that number had more than quadrupled to 476, a testament to the growing importance of the area. The landscape itself reflects this transformation. The northern and eastern borders of Behringhausen are defined by the Duisburg-Dortmund railway line, a symbol of progress and connectivity. To the west lies Herner, while the south stretches to the grounds of the former Erin colliery, a reminder of the region’s industrial past. The Landwehrbach flows through Behringhausen, dividing the landscape. West of the stream, agricultural fields stretch out, now protected as a designated conservation area. A bustling commercial center occupies the heart of Behringhausen, contrasting with the peaceful residential area that lines Bladenhorster Straße to the east. In 1902, Behringhausen became part of Castrop, which later merged with Rauxel in 1926 to form the city we know today as Castrop-Rauxel. This quiet corner of North Rhine-Westphalia holds centuries of history. Behringhausen invites you to explore its blend of rural charm and industrial heritage.