Hengelo Attractions
The industrial town of Hengelo (electrical engineering, textiles) lies in the center of the Twente region, near the German frontier. It originally became known for its linen weaving, which was introduced by Wolter ten Cate, a native of Danzig. During the Second World War the town center suffered heavy damage, and now has many modern buildings.
The Roman Basilica from 1890 is a place of interest for visitors to Hengelo.
The Roman Basilica from 1890 is a place of interest for visitors to Hengelo.
De Waarbeek Recreation Park
De Waarbeek Recreation Park is an amusement park that has operated since the 1930's.
Oele - Watermill
The old watermill, De Olde Moele, at Oele, to the south of Hengelo, dates from 1334 but was restored in 1690 after a fire.
Town Hall
The architecture of the Hengelo Town Hall is reminiscent of the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence. The 75m/245ft high tower has one of the largest carillons in the Netherlands (46 bells).
