Town twinning in South Lanarkshire

Clydesdale is twinned with Hemmingen in Germany. This link helps communities get to know each other, share experiences and build friendships across countries. It supports cultural exchange, learning opportunities and visits between residents.

Hemmingen is a town near Hannover in the Lower Saxony region. It is made up of several local areas that now form one community, with homes, workplaces and shared facilities.

What Hemmingen offers

Hemmingen has a mix of history, outdoor space and modern living. You can find historic churches, including Nikolaikirche in Hidderstorf and St Vitus Kirche in Wilkenburg, along with buildings that show medieval design.

The area also offers plenty of ways to stay active. There are sports halls, swimming pools, walking routes and green spaces where people can enjoy the outdoors. Hemmingen also has business areas and newer housing, making it a place where people live, work and relax.