Dreckburg

The Dreckburg castle stands on the eastern outskirts of Salzkotten, surrounded by a water-filled moat and featuring two baroque wings added in the 18th century.

Otto von Bentheim, a Paderborn cathedral provost, constructed the castle between 1347 and 1357 to protect the domain against incursions from Kurköln.

The castle holds open-air concerts where notable German performers such as Roger Cicero, Sarah Connor, and Silbermond have entertained large audiences.

The castle sits near the B1 road east of Salzkotten city gates, with visitor information available through Salzkotten Marketing at +49 5258 5070.

The tower contains a Renaissance wall painting depicting the Fountain of Youth theme on its third floor, preserved through centuries of ownership changes.

Location: Salzkotten

Address: Dreckburg 1, 33154 Salzkotten

GPS coordinates: 51.67460,8.62197

Latest update: March 25, 2025 07:33