Barenborg, Medieval motte-and-bailey castle in Rosendahl, Germany
The Barenborg consists of a central 3-meter-high mound with a 25-meter diameter, surrounded by a 16-meter-wide water-filled moat and defensive wall.
The castle was constructed around the 10th century and served as a border fortification for the Lords of Ahaus against territorial incursions from the Bishops of Münster.
The remains of Barenborg represent a prime example of Norman-influenced defensive architecture in the Münsterland region during the medieval period.
The castle's entrance connected to the main structure through a 60-meter-long, 10-meter-wide dam featuring a wooden bridge construction.
The site now functions as a protected natural area spanning 2.6 hectares, providing habitats for endangered songbirds and water plants.
Location: Rosendahl
GPS coordinates: 52.00950,7.05563
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:39
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