Twinned With

Carlisle is twinned with Flensburg in northern Germany and Slupsk in Poland, with each city enjoying the benefits of cross-cultural links through music concerts, sports events and school exchanges.

Flensburg is in northern Germany, on the border with Denmark and close to the sea. Like Carlisle, the city was subject to protracted border disputes. Founded by Danes in the 12th century, the city became part of Germany in 1864, and today proudly displays evidence of both cultures. With their similar geographical and historical backgrounds, Carlisle and Flensburg were ideal partners for twinning - an event made official on 29th June 1961.

Slupsk joined Carlisle and Flensburg in June 1988 - the first three-way English- German-Polish link in Europe. Slupsk also shares many similarities with Carlisle, being a northern city with a historical old town, a rich heritage and enjoying a mix of cultural influences.

Each year delegates from the three cities meet to draw up a programme of events and youth exchanges to promote the benefits of having European cultural links.