Lede Castle, Bonn, Germany - SpottingHistory.com

Burg Lede in Bonn-Vilich, the oldest part of Bonn, is a real gem. The origins of the site goes back to the 14th century. Von Loë family still lives in the castle. The personal atmosphere of the castle with its salons, the library, the castle kitchen and the small courtyard create an unusual ambiance for events ranging from weddings, official business events to a private cookery course with friends. A limited number of register office weddings are permitted at the castle.

The grounds with groups of trees that are hundreds of years old, generous lawns with hidden clearings, enchanted terraces, historic walls and modern art in the Peristyle sculpture gallery offer a fascinating backdrop.

In the castle cellar the wine shop run by Ferdinand Freiherr von Loë stores his personally selected wines from Italian, French and German vineyards. Depending on the number of people attending, the wine tastings are held in the various rooms of the castle, which Ferdinand von Loë is able to celebrate with the knowledge of a connoisseur; they are amusing and informal.

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Johannes Schröer (3 years ago)
Wir waren dort zu einer abendlichen Veranstaltung. Da war es schon dunkel. Somit haben wir wenig gesehen

Malte Stabenau (4 years ago)
Wunderschöner Ort! Gerade jetzt im Herbst! Sind zufällig vorbeigekommen und hätten es von der Straße aus fast nicht entdeckt. Ein echtes Kleinod... Wer in der Gegend ist sollte sich die paar Minuten gönnen, einen kleinen Blick werfen. Und das alles quasi mitten in der Stadt. Schön das hier so hervorragend gepflegt wird!

Rainer F. Perkins45 (4 years ago)
Schöner Ort, aber leider in Privatbesitz und deswegen leider nicht öffentlich zugänglich...

Chris Ledschbor (4 years ago)
Die Burg ist sehr schön gelegen und als Veranstaltungsraum gut geeignet.

Bart Komorowski (5 years ago)
Nice budget place for events, but needs better service and attention to detail.

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