Buitenpost, Netherlands
c. 1200
Zutphen, Netherlands
11th century
Kerkrade, Netherlands
1104
Oldenzaal, Netherlands
c. 1150
Thorn, Netherlands
1150
Appingedam, Netherlands
1225
Deventer, Netherlands
1335-1338
Bolsward, Netherlands
1446-1461
Den Burg, Netherlands
c. 1400
Doesburg, Netherlands
15th century
Woerden, Netherlands
13th century
Roermond, Netherlands
c. 1220
Hattem, Netherlands
1407-1425
Sittard, Netherlands
1292
Kampen, Netherlands
12th century
Loppersum, Netherlands
1217
Ter Apel, Netherlands
1464
Enkhuizen, Netherlands
1470
Enkhuizen, Netherlands
1423
Dokkum, Netherlands
15th century
Kakesbeck is one of the largest medieval fortifications in Münsterland and the oldest castle in Lüdinghausen. The imposingly grown complex originated in 1120 as a motte, a small hilltop tower castle. After numerous changes of ownership, the castle was extended onto two islands, but it was not until the 14th century that it underwent significant alterations and extensions under the von Oer family. The estate experienced its heyday in the middle of the 18th century, when it covered an area of almost one square kilometre and consisted of five further outer castles in addition to the core castle, which were secured by ramparts and moats.
The well-maintained condition of the castle today is thanks to the late Wilfried Grewing, the former lord of the castle. The foundation named after him has been particularly committed to preserving the property since 2020.