Known as a popular mining town today, finds its origin in the second half of the 12th Century when it was inhabited by Emperor Barbosa, whose actual name was Fredrick. At that point of time, Dortmund was only a small village; however, in the due course of time, the place has developed to a great extent.

Today, the place has many places that are worth watching. If you ever went on a pleasure trip there, you must see certain places that are very attractive for every visitor. The first of these places is the fantastic Westphalian Industrial Museum Zollern Colliery. It is wonderful place that is a perfect example of progress. Haus Bodelschwingh is a moated castle.

Along with this castle, the castle of Hous Delwig is also developed as a tourist spot. These stupendous castles are perfect examples of craftsmanship. These days, some new medieval buildings and Gothic churches have also been reconstructed to make the place even more attractive.