The settlement now known as Muenster was first founded in the year 793 by the Frisian missionary Liudger. Liudger was sent to convert the Saxons to Christianity. He founded a Monastery and built the Cathedral of St Paul which became a landmark in the centre of the city. The Feast of St Lambert Celebrated on the 17th September, this is an ancient ritual. A children's festival, The Feast of St Lambert is characterised by colourful lanterns carved from cabbage heads.
Youngsters sing traditional songs and dance around haystacks.
Send Three times a year the population of Muenster take to the streets. Today these events attract thousand of visitors. In a 400-year old tradition the Send sword is displayed on the city hall to symbolise the suspension of all disputes and the liberal laws in effect during the fair. Muenster is the capital of hot-air ballooning and it is also well known for horse riding.