| Country | Germany |
|---|---|
| State | North Rhine-Westphalia |
| Admin. region | Arnsberg |
| District | Urban district |
| Coordinates | 51°28′55″N 07°12′57″E |
| Area | 145.4 km2 (56.1 sq mi) |
| Population | 363,441 |
| Density | 2,500/km2 (6,500/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal codes | 44701-44894 |
| Dialling codes | 0234, 02327 |
| Vehicle registration | BO, WAT |
| Website | www.bochum.de |
Where is / Where is Germany / Where is Bochum
Where is Bochum
Bochum is a city located in the Ruhr area of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is situated in the western part of the country and is part of the larger Rhine-Ruhr metropolitan region. Bochum has a history rooted in coal and steel industries, like many cities in the Ruhr area, but it has undergone significant transformation in recent decades.

