Burg Kessenich, Medieval water castle in Euskirchen, Germany
The castle consists of a manor house with detailed facades, utility buildings, and a surrounding moat with water channels and historic access roads.
First documented in 1339, Otto von Kessenich offered the castle as a fief to the Margrave of Jülich, marking its entry into recorded history.
Heinrich von Binsfeld, influenced by Erasmus of Rotterdam's humanism, transformed the castle in 1562 into a Renaissance-style structure with heraldic decorations.
The castle grounds connect to nature paths along the Erft River, allowing visitors to explore the historical architecture and surrounding landscape.
In 2004, the castle exterior changed from earth tones to bright brick red, revealing a new appearance after centuries behind tree covers.
Location: Euskirchen
GPS coordinates: 50.68280,6.79747
Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:17
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