Erkelenz, North Rhine-Westphalia
1. Lewis Holtby (1990)
Footballer
Midfielder who signed with Totenham Hospur in 2013, after 4 seasons with Schalke 04. He became a member of the German national team in 2010.
2. Burhan Qurbani (1980)
German Film Director
Burhan Qurbani in Erkelenz is a young Afghan-German film director writer and actor. His directing writing and acting work includes Shahada 20xBrandenburg Illusion.