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Castles, palaces & monasteries

Did you know that, in addition to a breathtaking landscape with dense forests and vast meadows, the Sauerland also has a large number of castles, monasteries and even Wasserschloß castles to offer? They bear witness to the region's eventful past, tell stories from days gone by and invite you to explore the historic walls. Where knights and noblemen once resided, you will now find exciting exhibitions, well-tended parkland and the odd restaurant with historical flair. Immerse yourself in the history of the Sauerland!

Abtei Königsmünster
Abtei Königsmünster

Abtei Königsmünster Benedictine Abbey on the Meschede monastery hill

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Adolphsburg Oberhundem
Blick auf die Adolphsburg

An imposing castle complex in a picturesque setting delights visitors with its historical splendor.

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Old Drolshagen Monastery




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In 1235, Count Heinrich III von Sayn and his wife Mechtildis von Landsberg donated the necessary land to the Cistercian nuns to found a monastery in Drolshagen.

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Arnsberg castle ruins




Plateau Schlossruine

Once you have made the ascent, you can enjoy a magnificent view from the plateau of the castle ruins.

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Aussichtsplattform Biggeblick




Der Biggeblick

Enjoy the feeling of freedom and space.

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Bergkloster Bestwig




Bergkloster Bestwig

The monastery is the European provincial house of the 'Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi'.

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Burg Altena




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One of the most beautiful hilltop castles in Germany One of the most beautiful hilltop castles in Germany is enthroned in a picturesque location, high above the old wire-drawing town of Altena ( link to webcam ) on the Lenne.

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Burg Altenfils




Infotafel Altenfils

The castle (456m) near Rösenbeck was home to 2 castles in the Middle Ages, of which only the remains of the "east castle" are still preserved today, while the "west castle" fell victim to a quarry towards the end of the 1960s.

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Burg Bilstein




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A medieval castle from the 12th century with a youth hostel.

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Burg Schnellenberg




Die Burg aus der Ferne

With its mighty walls and towering towers, Burg Schnellenberg towers majestically over the green hills of the Sauerland.

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Burgruine Eversberg




Burgruine Eversberg

Castle ruins with viewing platform on the Schlossberg

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Lipperode castle ruins




Burgruine Lipperode

Today, only a few remnants of the moated castle on the Lippe remain.

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Burgruine Peperburg (Burg Gevore)




Peperburg

The Peperburg (also Pepperburg) is a ruined castle in the Grevenbrück district (formerly: Förde) of the town of Lennestadt in the Olpe district and is located in the Breiter Hagen nature reserve.

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Burgruine Waldenburg




Die Burgruine Waldeburg

The Waldenburg is the ruins of a hilltop castle near the town of Attendorn.

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Former Ursuline monastery




Stadtmauer Rüthen mit Blick auf den Hexenturm

The building on the southern Hachtorstraße, which is now used by Volksbank Rüthen, was home to a nunnery until it was dissolved in 1772.

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Burg Altena adventure elevator




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In the adventure elevator to the castle For many centuries, Burg Altena was difficult to conquer.

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Gut Listringhausen




Romantische Stimmung am Gut Listringhausen

In a wooded area between Dannenberg and Genkel lies the romantic and peaceful Gut Listringhausen, one of two knights' residences in Meinerzhagen.

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Gut Stockhausen




Gut Stockhausen

Old manor in Meschede-Stockhausen

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House Füchten




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Baroque manor house, located directly on the RuhrtalRadweg.

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Herdringen hunting lodge




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The Herdringen manor was first mentioned in documents in 1376.

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Well Monastery




Kloster Brunnen

Monastery in Sundern!

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Flechtdorf Monastery




Kloster Flechtdorf

Flechtdorf Monastery - a former Benedictine abbey - is now a place of silence, but also a meeting place for people with a wide range of interests.

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Oelinghausen Monastery




Kloster Oelinghausen

The third Premonstratensian monastery in Arnsberg - alongside Wedinghausen Monastery and Rumbeck Monastery - is considered one of the most important art-historical and church music gems in the Sauerland.

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Rumbeck Monastery




Klosterkirche

Rumbeck Monastery, a convent for women, was founded around 1190 as a branch of Wedinghausen Monastery.

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Wedinghausen Monastery




Lichthaus mit Hopfen

Wedinghausen Monastery is one of the three Premonstratensian monasteries in Arnsberg.

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Motte - tower mound castle




Motte in Neuenrade-Küntrop

The "new" motte - a historical landmark in the upper Hönnetal The wooden tower mound castle in the district of Küntrop is 22 meters high and can be seen from afar.

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Remains of the Rodenburg castle on the Rodenberg




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The remains of Rodenburg Castle, a fortress built in the 13th century, enchant visitors with its historical flair and invite them to travel back in time.

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Ostwig Manor House




Rittergut Haus Ostwig

Ostwig House is closely linked to the origins of the village of Ostwig.

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Störmede manor




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The ruin, which was still wildly romantic a few years ago, has been rebuilt and is now home to a modern restaurant and conference center, which also hosts wedding ceremonies for the town of Geseke.

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Schloss Ahausen




Schloss Ahausen

As the castle is privately owned, it can only be visited from the outside.

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Schloss Antfeld




Schloss Antfeld

The castle in Antfeld has existed since the 13th century.

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Schloss Bamenohl




Haus Bamenohl

On the outskirts of Finnentrop, hidden behind ancient trees, lies Schloss Bamenohl in the middle of an idyllic park.

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Bruchhausen Castle




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The romantic Wasserschloß Bruchhausen lies at the foot of the Bruchhauser Steine.

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Schloss Eringerfeld




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Schloss Eringerfeld is one of the most beautiful Baroque palace complexes.

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Schloss Erwitte




Schloß Erwitte

The former ancestral castle of the Counts of Landsberg is now the "Schloßhotel Erwitte" hotel and restaurant.

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Schloss Gevelinghausen




Schloss Gevelinghausen

As an exclusive VBG conference hotel, Hotel Schloss Gevelinghausen offers its guests everything they need to feel completely at ease.

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Herringhausen Castle




Schloss Herringhausen

Herringhausen Castle is an enchanting place in the beautiful Sauerland region and offers a fascinating blend of rich history and natural beauty.

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Schloss Hovestadt mit Barockgarten




Schloss Hovestadt

This imposing complex is recognized as an outstanding monument.

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Schloss Höllinghofen




Schloss Höllinghofen

The Höllinghofen Wasserschloß, partly entwined with ivy, with its beautiful castle park is one of the most romantic aristocratic buildings in the Sauerland.

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Körtlinghausen Castle




Schloss Körtlinghausen mit Blick auf Kallenhardt

Körtlinghausen Castle is rented out as an event location for celebrations and conferences and as a film location.

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Schloss Mülheim




Außenansicht

The historic Schloss Mülheim in the Mülheim district of Warstein is an important architectural monument in a fantastic location overlooking the Möhnetal valley.

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Overhagen Castle




Schloss Overhagen Gräfte

Overhagen Castle in Lippstadt is a real rarity in two respects.

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Schellenstein Castle...just like in a fairy tale




Schloss Schellenstein

There are not just one, but five castles in the Olsberg area.

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Schwarzenraben Castle




Schloss Schwarzenraben

Schwarzenraben Castle, which was once known as Wambeke, is an eye-catcher in the picturesque Sauerland region and an important historical treasure.

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Wildenberg Castle




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Wildenberg Castle was built around 1300 by the bailiff Nobleman Widekind I von Grafschaft for his second wife Adelheid, the House of Wildenberg.

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Schloss Wocklum




Wassergraben Schloss Wocklum

A beautifully preserved castle that is suitable for both tours and events.

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Castles in Sundern




Schloss Haus Amecke

Castle in Sundern!

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Schwalenburg




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Remains of an old hill fort from around 800 AD.

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Abbey ruins




Stiftsruine

The abbey ruins are a fantastic backdrop for events or souvenir photos surrounded by greenery.

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Vincent College




Vinzenzkolleg

The Vinzenzkolleg used to be the home of Wilhelm Kleine Sr.

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Wallenstein




Wallenstein

If you follow the circular hiking trail B2 ( https://www. outdooractive.

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Wasserschloß Badinghagen




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The Wasserschloß Badinghagen is picturesquely situated in the middle of forests to the south of Meinerzhagen.

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Wasserschloß Haus Assen




Schloss Assen

The beginnings of the Wasserschloß "Haus Assen" date back to the 14th century.

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Wasserschloß Haus Rhade

The Wasserschloß Haus Rhade is a privately owned historic estate.

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Wasserschloß Alme

Wasserschloß from the 1st half of the 18th century (Only outside view possible from the road between the castle and Almer Schlossmühle!

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Abtei Königsmünster

Abtei Königsmünster Benedictine Abbey on the Meschede monastery hill

Abtei Königsmünster




Blick auf die Adolphsburg

An imposing castle complex in a picturesque setting delights visitors with its historical splendor.

Adolphsburg Oberhundem




Altes Kloster.jpg

In 1235, Count Heinrich III von Sayn and his wife Mechtildis von Landsberg donated the necessary land to the Cistercian nuns to found a monastery in Drolshagen.

Old Drolshagen Monastery




Plateau Schlossruine

Once you have made the ascent, you can enjoy a magnificent view from the plateau of the castle ruins.

Arnsberg castle ruins




Der Biggeblick

Enjoy the feeling of freedom and space.

Aussichtsplattform Biggeblick




Bergkloster Bestwig

The monastery is the European provincial house of the 'Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi'.

Bergkloster Bestwig




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One of the most beautiful hilltop castles in Germany One of the most beautiful hilltop castles in Germany is enthroned in a picturesque location, high above the old wire-drawing town of Altena ( link to webcam ) on the Lenne.

Burg Altena




Infotafel Altenfils

The castle (456m) near Rösenbeck was home to 2 castles in the Middle Ages, of which only the remains of the "east castle" are still preserved today, while the "west castle" fell victim to a quarry towards the end of the 1960s.

Burg Altenfils




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A medieval castle from the 12th century with a youth hostel.

Burg Bilstein




Die Burg aus der Ferne

With its mighty walls and towering towers, Burg Schnellenberg towers majestically over the green hills of the Sauerland.

Burg Schnellenberg




Eisenberg Ruine mit Georg-Viktor-Turm

The ruins of Eisenberg Castle, surrounded by a rampart and moat, are located on approx.

Eisenberg castle ruins




Burgruine Eversberg

Castle ruins with viewing platform on the Schlossberg

Burgruine Eversberg




Burgruine Lipperode

Today, only a few remnants of the moated castle on the Lippe remain.

Lipperode castle ruins




Peperburg

The Peperburg (also Pepperburg) is a ruined castle in the Grevenbrück district (formerly: Förde) of the town of Lennestadt in the Olpe district and is located in the Breiter Hagen nature reserve.

Burgruine Peperburg (Burg Gevore)




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Burgruine Rappelstein is located above Nordenau church in the center of the village.

Burgruine Rappelstein




Burgruine Schwarzenberg

Schwarzenberg castle ruins - a piece of Plettenberg's medieval history

Schwarzenberg castle ruins




Die Burgruine Waldeburg

The Waldenburg is the ruins of a hilltop castle near the town of Attendorn.

Burgruine Waldenburg




Stadtmauer Rüthen mit Blick auf den Hexenturm

The building on the southern Hachtorstraße, which is now used by Volksbank Rüthen, was home to a nunnery until it was dissolved in 1772.

Former Ursuline monastery




Aufzug

In the adventure elevator to the castle For many centuries, Burg Altena was difficult to conquer.

Burg Altena adventure elevator




Romantische Stimmung am Gut Listringhausen

In a wooded area between Dannenberg and Genkel lies the romantic and peaceful Gut Listringhausen, one of two knights' residences in Meinerzhagen.

Gut Listringhausen




Gut Stockhausen

Old manor in Meschede-Stockhausen

Gut Stockhausen

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