Rösrath (German: [ˈʁøːsˌʁaːt]; Kölsch: Röhsroth [ˈʁœs²ˌʁɔt²])[what does "²" mean?]

The municipal area of Rösrath is bordering on the south-eastern city limits of Cologne.

Therefore, from Cologne's point of view Rösrath is called a Gateway to the Berg region (Bergisches Land).

The municipal area partly extends over the nature reserves of the Wahner Heide and Königsforst.

This "gateway to the Berg region" (Bergisches Land) is used as logo on the letterheads and internet pages of the town council.