This book provides a glimpse into the modernization of Twenthe in the Netherlands around 1870. It takes the reader on a journey through the factories of Hengelo and Enschede, the picturesque landscapes of Kasteel Twickel, the Volkspark in Enschede, and along a walking path from Almelo to Hengelo via Borne. Despite showcasing a variety of the region's attractions, the author acknowledges that there is still much more to discover in this captivating area.