Oberwerris Castle

Hamm, Germany

Historical sources indicate that the predecessor of the current Oberwerris Castle stood on this place already in 1284. The palace complex which stands here today consists of several buildings from different eras. The most important of them is the two-storey brick castle with sandstone trim, built at the junction of the 17th and 18th centuries. To the north of it there is a hut - the oldest building of the complex.

Inside Oberwerris Castle you can admire a fireplace dating to 1672, transformed into a Gothic arched window. There is a baroque garden near the gatehouse. The stables, adjoining the kennel, are to the east of the main house. Oberwerris Castle is used mainly for conferences and receptions. The training center of the Gymnastics Federation of the North Rhine - Westphalia land is also on its territory.

References:

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Address

Zum Schloss Oberwerries 1, Hamm, Germany

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Details

Founded: 17th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Thirty Years War & Rise of Prussia (Germany)

Rating

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User Reviews

Gyorgy Szarvas (2 years ago)
A really nice ort and a great place for accommodation for schools or sports teams.

Jovan Andreevski (4 years ago)
Absolutely beautiful, great for a walk, bike ride or canoeing down the river! An absolute favorite from the nearby area.

Jon Geerlings (6 years ago)
Great place to bike to near Hamm

Lucas Smagge (6 years ago)
Quiet castle on a midday sunday. Nice area to go for a stroll around the area. Seen some cows and a beaver, some beautiful swans. Basic, but good café.

Yori Kok (6 years ago)
Canoeing tour was really cool and there are a lot of cute birds

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