Burg Wölpe

Burg Wölpe is a medieval castle built on an artificial mound near the Wölpe stream, with visible stone foundations and defensive structures still standing. The remains show how such fortified residences were constructed and organized.

The castle was first mentioned in 1151 as Wilipa and served the Counts of Wölpe as their residence until they sold it to Duke Otto II in 1302. This sale marked the end of their direct rule over the region.

Excavations since 2011 have uncovered ceramics and weapons that reveal how people lived and worked during the medieval period. These finds show the daily routines and defense practices of those who inhabited this fortified place.

The site was renovated in 2010 to create accessible paths for walkers and cyclists and to clear away overgrowth. Today visitors find a well-maintained area that is easy to explore on foot.

Researchers discovered a late medieval skeleton buried without a coffin in an unusual position. This irregular burial suggests dramatic or extraordinary circumstances that occurred during that period.

GPS coordinates: 52.66230,9.25299

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:21