Paderborn Guide
Paderborn, located in the North Rhine – Westphalia region of Germany, is best known in the UK for its British Army bases, where a large percentage of the cities population are based. Naturally then, a lot of visitors to the city are there to visit family or friends. Paderborn is also well known as an educational city, with some popular universities here that attract a large number of young people, living in the city until their education is complete and then moving on. The average age of the population then is understandably quite low, which will suit some visitors but not others. Nights out are certainly lively.
Leave time to explore Paderborn to explore the many sights there. The Paderborn attractions include the Heinz Nixdorf Computer Museum is great to see for yourself. The Liborifest are also well worth seeking out. Paderborn’s culture offers loads to see!
We recommend booking a Paderborn tour before you go, and benefiting from the expertise of our Paderborn based guides who will show you Paderborn’s less well known attractions.
As many visitors already know, Paderborn’s most popular sport is Football, which is played by the SC Paderborn 07 at their home: Hermann Lons Stadion. Each year, the biggest event in Paderborn’s sporting calendar is regional matches at the Hermann Lons Stadion - tickets can be hard to get, so book in advance!
Leave time to explore Paderborn to explore the many sights there. The Paderborn attractions include the Heinz Nixdorf Computer Museum is great to see for yourself. The Liborifest are also well worth seeking out. Paderborn’s culture offers loads to see!
We recommend booking a Paderborn tour before you go, and benefiting from the expertise of our Paderborn based guides who will show you Paderborn’s less well known attractions.
Find out when is the best time to visit Paderborn courtesy of our easy to read climate guide to Paderborn. The table below displays annual temperature trends in Paderborn over the course of a year in Paderborn.
To drive a car legally, all you need in Paderborn is your regular UK license. For trouble free motoring in Germany, ensure that your license is valid before you leave for Paderborn.
When you drive in Paderborn, in common with the rest of Germany, it is the law to drive on the right side of the road. Unfortunately, we do not offer car hire in Paderborn for your trip, there are many attractions around Paderborn, so try and see as much as you can!
Paderborn/LippstadtAirport about 9 miles to the southwest from Paderborn. The airport's IATA code is PAD - flights take 2 hours flight from London. Regular buses operate into Paderborn, and taxis are also available. Paderborn/LippstadtAirport offers plenty to do including shops offering souvenirs of Paderborn.
If you get into trouble in Paderborn, or just need some advice, the Paderborn British Consulate is the place to go.
British Honorary Consul
30625 Hannover
Germany
Telephone: (511) 388 38 08
| City Name: | Paderborn |
| Country: | Germany |
| Language: | German |
| Currency: | Euro |
| Time Difference: | GMT + 1 |
| Electricity Supply: | 230V AC 50Hz |
