KOMM (derived from the word "communication") is a place for art, culture, music and encounters in Düren. The socio-cultural center is located in the old Pleußmühle, which can be recognized by its striking brick façade and the large water wheel at August-Klotzstr. 21 (just a 5-minute walk from the city center). Located directly on the mill stream, the water wheel produces green electricity for the Düren public utility company, while the KOMM "produces" culture.
The history of the community of Welschenbach and its around 50 residents is shaped by its proximity to Virneburg Castle. The idyllic place surrounded by meadows and forests is divided into the districts of Oberwelschenbach and Niederwelschenbach. The two baroque chapels are worth seeing, one each in Oberwelschenbach and one in Niederwelschenbach.
The community of St. Johann with almost 1,000 inhabitants looks back on a long history. The Bürresheim Castle, which is part of the municipal area, offers its visitors a glimpse into bygone times. Other sights are the Barbarakapelle and the "Ahl", a historical quarry, which was created by the eruption of the Hochsimmer volcano.