Soest and Lippstadt: Two fantastic cities

Soest and Lippstadt are the two most popular cities in the Warstein vicinity. They offer you a combination of easy access to the nearby Ruhr district and an affordable cost of living. For example, rents and the buying prices for apartments and single family homes are significantly below the levels found in metropolitan areas.

In addition you'll benefit from the excellent infrastructure. Whether you're on heading out to go shopping or your way to the doctor, headed for the kindergarten or a drop-off at school: As a rule you won't need a car to make the trip.

"More than anything, we decided to move to Soest because of the good infrastructure. Here we enjoy outstanding child care, which is very important to us as working parents. Soest also offers us a wide range of cultural attractions and more than enough places to shop."
Martin Roeckerath, Quality Management

Soest: Mediaeval Romantics Meets Modern Campus Life

The old Hanseatic city of Soest is a gem along the ancient Hellweg route connecting the Rhine and Elbe rivers. The city's approximately 600 protected historical landmark buildings create a romantic backdrop. Carefully nestled in a part of the city center, in the pedestrian zone you'll find both individually owned specialty shops and well-known chain stores.
The city center is additionally animated by regularly occurring events including the "Bördetag", Europe's largest city center carnival, and one of the most popular flea markets in the region. The "Alter Schlachthof" and the "Stadthalle" civic center regularly host first-class stars from the worlds of comedy, music and theater. After the show it's time to relax for a drink in one of the area's many traditional beer houses.

93% of the residents like their city

A recent survey indicated that 93 % of all Soest residents are happy or even very happy to live here. Families appreciate Soest as a modern location for schooling and education which also supports Lifelong Learning. By the way, the breathtaking campus of the Fachhochschule Südwestfalen University of Applied Sciences is a unique example in its size class for the refunctioning of a former military property.

Lippstadt: Canals, Culture and Cool Night Life

Lippstadt is the largest city in the Soest district. The waterways of the Lippe river give the city its nickname: "Venice of Westphalia". Surrounded by green meadows and parks, the river with it canals and small lakes is central to the athletic recreation for locals.

You'll find entertainment not only in the vibrant assortment of beer houses, cafes and bistros: Lippstadt is also known for its ample range of cultural activities, including the Wortfestival spoken-word performance program, the Rathausplatz Festival, live outdoor performances at the historic Stiftsruine monastery ruins as well as first-rate stage and concert programs.

Families are welcome here

The lively pedestrian zone, known well beyond the city for its wide variety of stores and shops, is a source of pure enjoyment. It's easy to see right away: Lippstadt is a family-oriented city, with 26 general education schools and four vocational schools as well as university programs in physical sciences, languages and commercial fields.