Burg Bentheim, Medieval hilltop castle in Bad Bentheim, Germany.
Burg Bentheim stands on a hill of Bentheim sandstone and displays defensive walls, a powder tower, and several buildings from different construction phases. The complex works like a mosaic of different periods that together shape the castle's character.
The first written mention dates to 1050, when it was called Binedheim in records of Werden Abbey as a grain supplier. Over the centuries, the fortress was repeatedly strengthened and rebuilt to defend against military threats.
The castle displays how nobility lived here across the centuries through furniture and objects you can see in the rooms. Visitors can understand what daily life looked like in such a fortress.
Guided tours in multiple languages are available, and you can explore the grounds on your own. The best time to visit is during warmer months when the weather is more stable and opening hours are extended.
The site is known for extracting and exporting Bentheim sandstone, a material used in many buildings across northwest Germany. This stone shapes not just the fortress itself, but also the landscape around it.
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