Calenberg Castle

Calenberg Castle is a fortress ruin on a hill between two branches of the Leine River in northern Germany. The structure still shows three levels with thick walls, underground cellars, and preserved towers from its military phase.

The castle was founded in the late 1200s and developed over time from a water castle into a fortress. By the 1400s, it became the name and administrative center of an entire principality.

The castle was the seat of nobility for centuries and shaped how people in this region saw themselves. Today, the name Calenberg still connects to the medieval power that once ruled from this location.

The ruin lies west of Hannover and is visible from outside, but interior access is limited for nature conservation reasons. Visitors should check in advance which areas are freely accessible.

Excavations beneath the castle uncovered ancient burial mounds and human remains from prehistoric times. This shows the area had been inhabited long before the medieval period.

Location: Pattensen

GPS coordinates: 52.19640,9.79639

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:40