Sundern

Geschichte

Sundern is a town in the Hochsauerland district, in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The name Sundern is common in Westphalia, as it means "ground given away for private usage" in the Westphalian dialect.GeographySundern is situated approximately 10km south-west of Arnsberg. Around Sundern extends the nature park Homert which attracts tourists, many from the Netherlands. Winter tourism is also substantial, primarily in the municipality Wildewiese with its skiing area. The Sorpesee, an artificial lake, is used by watersportsmen, campers and fishermen.Neighbouring municipalitiesDivision of the townSundern consists of 13 municipalities:International relationsSundern is twinned with: 25px Benet (France) 25px Schirgiswalde (Germany) 25px Torfou (France)Architectural structures Schomberg Observation Tower