1150. Wiggethe. That’s how the annals remember Wickede. A humble beginning. A tiny village nestled beside the ancient Hellweg trading route. We stand here today in Wickede Dortmund. A place transformed.
Wickede wasn’t always part of Dortmund. For centuries it thrived independently. A farming community. It remained a village until the 1830s. Industrialization changed everything. Its population boomed. Growing steadily to the thriving suburb we see today.
Imagine. Life in 1486. Fifty-seven families called Wickede home. They paid taxes to the County of Mark. The amount varied. Some wealthy families paid six gold guilders. Others only one. Wickede even hosted Landtags. Important meetings for the County of Mark in the 15th and 16th centuries. These events shaped the region’s political landscape.
Later. In 1846 a coal mine opened near Wickede’s border. The Vereinigte Norm mine. This wasn’t a long-lived venture. Economic realities closed it in 1865. Its remnants lingered until the Dortmund Airport expanded. The airport itself. A significant part of Wickede’s modern identity.
1928. Wickede officially became part of Dortmund. Its growth continued. New housing developments appeared. The Meylantviertel is a prime example. Built in the 1960s. It highlights the complexities of urban development. Facing challenges with social disadvantage and unemployment. Recent renovations aim to revitalize the area.
Wickede boasts an active community. BV Westfalia Wickede 1910 e V. A highly successful football club. It started in 1910. Their dedication to youth is impressive. They offer social programs for children from disadvantaged families. They demonstrate the spirit of Wickede itself. A place that values community and tradition.
Today. You can explore Wickede by S-Bahn. The Dortmund-Wickede and Wickede West stations provide convenient access. Light rail further connects Wickede to Dortmund’s center. This convenient transport showcases Wickede’s integration into the wider city.
This place breathes history. It shows Dortmund’s evolution. From a small farming village to a vibrant borough. Wickede’s story. It’s a microcosm of Dortmund’s own dynamic journey. From its humble beginnings to its modern significance. Wickede’s story is one worth remembering.