Steinhaus Nesse

Steinhaus Nesse is a two-story stone building with a steep pitched roof located northwest of the church. The structure represents residential architecture from the medieval North German coastal region and underwent comprehensive restoration between 2020 and 2022.

The building was constructed around 1342 as a chieftain's residence and served as a vicarage from 1510 onward. Over the centuries it underwent various modifications, including a height reduction in 1512.

The stone house is part of the medieval church complex and displays late Gothic cross-stock windows. Its design reflects building traditions typical of the North Sea coastal region.

The building functions as a private residence today and occasionally opens for cultural events. You can observe the medieval construction and architectural details from outside at any time.

Only three examples of stone houses from the early 14th century remain in the northwestern German coastal region, including Steinhaus Nesse, Bunderhee, and Leer. This rarity makes it a particularly valuable window into the early medieval building culture of the area.

Location: Dornum

GPS coordinates: 53.65459,7.37985

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:23