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Gütersloh, city, North Rhine–Westphalia Land (state), west-central Germany. Chartered in 1825, the town has a garden atmosphere and extends into the surrounding old farm country. The city developed in the 19th century around the textile and meat-processing industries; the diversified economy now also produces machinery, metal products, chemicals, clothing, and furniture. Gütersloh is a local market centre and is corporate headquarters for Bertelsmann (media) and Miele (home appliances). The collections of the local museum include peasant culture, handicrafts, and textiles. Pop. (2003 est.) 95,928.

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