| Dortmund city is located in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia. To the south of the city, flows the Ruhr River. Another smaller river, Emscher River, flows through the city. The Dortmund Harbor is the largest German canal port. Dortmund city is also known as the "Green Metropolis" of the state. Nearly half of the city is covered with waterways and green parks. Dortmund city is an industrial center of the Ruhr district. The city was destroyed badly during the World War II, but many of the historic buildings were reconstructed later. Dortmund city, which was known as a steel city formerly, is now known as an important location for high-tech industries in Europe.
Country: Germany
State: North Rhine-Westphalia
Location: Dortmund city is located in the Ruhr area of Germany on the Dortmund-Ems canal.
Geographic Coordinates: Latitude 51.30 N, Longitude 07.28 E
Map: To view a Dortmund city map, click here. Map of Dortmund City
Area: Dortmund city has an area of 280.3 square km.
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Climate: The climate of Dortmund city can be classified as the temperate type. The winter season in Dortmund city lasts from December to February. The winters are relatively mild. The coldest month is the month of January with average temperatures of 30o F. The summers are also quite cool. July is the hottest month with average temperature of 65o F
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