Carnoustie, United Kingdom
10th century AD
Ristiina, Finland
3000 - 2500 BC
Enköping, Sweden
1700-500 BC
Offerdal, Sweden
7000 - 2000 BC
Torhamn, Sweden
1700-550 BC
Simrishamn, Sweden
2000 - 1700 BC
Tanum, Sweden
1800-1500 BC
Dundee, United Kingdom
500-800 AD
Rionansa, Spain
18000 BCE
Papasidero, Italy
17000 - 6400 BCE
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.