About Enschede

Enschede is enterprising and internationally oriented. Over 150 nationalities live alongside each other, right at the border of the Netherlands and Germany. Its universities, conservatory, art academy and international schools attract thousands of students. After a day of work or study, people come to the city centre to unwind. Discover numerous shops, eat delicious food or visit a soccer match by FC Twente. Enschede is a city to love.

Textielfabriek Enschede - Uit in Enschede

History of Enschede

The history of Enschede is well preserved. Here you will find the most important events during the city's long history.

Fireworks Disaster

The fireworks disaster of Enschede made 13 May 2000 a dark day. Huge parts of the quarter Roombeek were destroyed.

Sister Cities of Enschede

The city of Enschede has collaborations with its sister cities Palo Alto in California and Chinese city of Dalian.

Winter Wonderland in der Langestraat in Enschede - Uit in Enschede

Dutch National Holidays and traditions

Information about celebrations such as birthdays and public holidays like the traditional Dutch Sinterklaas.

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