Burg Davensberg

The fortress features a preserved round tower constructed from brick and rubble masonry, housing a museum with historical exhibits and a former dungeon accessible to visitors exploring medieval architecture.

Built around 1250 by the Meinhövel family, the castle was later owned by the Edelherren von Büren and suffered significant damage during the Thirty Years' War when Lübeck troops burned it in 1634.

The local heritage association operates a museum within the tower displaying agricultural tools and historical documents, while theatrical performances have been staged in the historic dungeon since 2001.

Visitors can explore the museum during opening hours to view exhibits about regional history, with the site accessible via train connections from Münster and nearby highway access from the A1 autobahn.

The castle's dungeon served as an unconventional theater venue for only 23 spectators per performance, creating an intimate dramatic experience within the medieval prison chamber beneath the tower.

Location: Ascheberg

GPS coordinates: 51.82020,7.59222

Latest update: July 25, 2025 20:12