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Neighborhood Directory

Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Overview

A source-backed directory of neighborhoods in Bochum, drawn from Overture Maps and OpenStreetMap data.

Source-backed neighborhood directory

Only mapped neighborhoods are highlighted — blank areas may not have coverage yet.

Altenbochum

Family-friendly suburb OSM

Altenbochum is a quiet residential neighborhood with a mix of older apartment blocks and newer homes. Local shops line the main streets, mostly serving nearby residents.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Schools nearbyLocal bakeriesTram connectionsCommunity parks

Bergen

suburb OSM

Bermuda3eck

Nightlife hotspot Overture

Bermuda3eck is known for its concentration of bars and clubs, popular for nightlife among young adults. It is centrally located and attracts crowds late into the evening.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Bar clusterPopular clubsLively evenings

Dahlhausen

Suburban residential OSM

Dahlhausen is a quiet residential area in Bochum with a mix of single-family homes and green spaces. It sits along the Ruhr River and offers easy access to bike paths and local parks.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Ruhr Valley Railway MuseumRiverfront pathsLocal shopsPublic parks

Eppendorf

suburb OSM

Erich-Gottschalk-Platz

microhood Overture

Gerthe

Quiet residential OSM

Gerthe is a mostly residential area in Bochum's north with local shops scattered along its streets. The neighborhood is popular among families and older residents.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local supermarketsBus and tram connectionsParks and green spaces

Grumme

suburb OSM

Günnigfeld

Suburban residential OSM

Günnigfeld is mostly residential with a mix of apartment blocks and small shops. The area is quiet, drawing families and older residents.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local football clubSmall retail stripsProximity to Bochum center

Hamme

Suburban village OSM

Hamme is a small town east of Lokeren, mostly residential with a few local shops and cafes. Life here is quiet, with limited nightlife or tourist activity.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local bakeryWeekly marketCycling routes along Durme

Harpen

Quiet residential zone OSM

Harpen is mainly residential with a mix of single-family homes and apartment blocks. Local shops and green spaces are scattered throughout the area.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Community parksLocal supermarketsSolid public transport

Hiltrop

suburb OSM

Hofstede

Quiet residential OSM

Hofstede is a mostly residential area with a mix of apartment blocks and houses. Stores, schools, and small parks dot the neighborhood.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local shopsPublic schoolsSmall green spaces

Höntrop

suburb OSM

Hordel

Quiet suburb OSM

Hordel is a mainly residential neighborhood in Bochum with a mix of detached houses and apartment blocks. It has green spaces and basic local shops.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Small local supermarketsParksHousing mixPlaygrounds

Innenstadt

suburb OSM

Laer

Suburban family zone OSM

Laer lies on Bochum's eastern edge and is mainly residential with some small businesses lining its main roads. This area attracts families seeking quieter surroundings outside the city center.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Quiet streetsLocal shopsAccess to green spaces

Langendreer

Family-friendly suburb OSM

Langendreer is a residential area in Bochum with a mix of apartment buildings and detached houses. It has local shops along the main streets with several schools nearby.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
St. Marien ChurchLangendreer train stationCommunity sports fields

Leithe

Quiet residential OSM

Leithe is a residential neighborhood in Bochum with predominantly apartment buildings and some local shops near Alt-Leithe. It is quieter than central districts and mostly home to families and older adults.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Alt-Leithe historical areaLocal grocery storesProximity to Wattenscheid

Linden

suburb OSM

Maischützenfestzelt

microhood Overture

Mansfeldplatz

Quiet residential Overture

Mansfeldplatz is a compact area in Halle, mainly residential with some local shops and casual cafés. The square is surrounded by apartment buildings from various decades.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local cafesApartment blocksEasy tram access

Munscheid

Suburban residential OSM

Munscheid is a residential area in Bochum with mostly low-rise housing and a few local shops. It is quiet, and public transport connects it to larger districts.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery storesGreen spacesBus connections

Ostpark

Quiet residential OSM

Ostpark is a mostly residential area in Frankfurt with convenient access to green spaces. It attracts families and young professionals due to its calm atmosphere and easy transport links.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Large public parkLocal sports fieldsTram connectionsFamily housing

Querenburg

Student neighborhood OSM

Querenburg is a residential area in Bochum known for its proximity to Ruhr University and wide green spaces. Most housing consists of postwar apartment blocks and single-family homes.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Ruhr University BochumBotanical GardenMetro accessibilityModern housing

Riemke

Working-class suburb OSM

Riemke is mostly residential, with older apartment blocks and small local shops along main streets. It has a mix of industrial and quiet residential areas.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local shopsIndustrial sitesOlder apartments

Sevinghausen

suburb OSM

Stadtparkviertel

Quiet residential Overture

Stadtparkviertel is mostly residential, with tree-lined streets and easy access to Vienna's central park. Local shops and cafes cater to everyday needs.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Vienna Stadtpark nearbyFamily housing optionsLocal bakeriesEasy transit connections

Stern

microhood Overture

Stiepel

Rural suburban fringe OSM

Stiepel lies on Bochum's southern edge near the Ruhr river, mixing residential zones with wooded areas. It feels quiet and somewhat isolated compared to central districts.

Cost
$$$
Safety
5/5
Ruhr valley viewsHorse farmsHistoric Stiepel church

Wattenscheid

suburb OSM

Weitmar

Quiet suburb OSM

Weitmar is a mostly residential area in Bochum with some local shops and green spaces. The population includes families and longtime residents.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Weitmarer Holz parkLocal supermarketsElementary schools

Werne

Suburban residential OSM

Werne is a quieter residential area with some local shops and parks. Most people live in single-family homes, and traffic is light.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery storesPrimary schoolsPublic green spaces

Westenfeld

Suburban residential OSM

Westenfeld is a quiet residential neighborhood in the west of Bochum with straightforward access to local train lines. Most streets are lined with apartment blocks and a few small shops.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
S-Bahn stationLocal grocery shopsApartment housingPlaygrounds

Wiemelhausen

suburb OSM

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Sources: Overture Maps | OpenStreetMap

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