Kolvenburg

Billerbeck, Germany

Kolvenburg castle was formerly surrounded by a moat. The current castle represents the early Renaissance style and was built in the 15th-16th centuries as the home of local noble family.

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Founded: 15th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Habsburg Dynasty (Germany)

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