Burg Hagen

Burg Hagen is a medieval fortified site in Obermeiderich, where visible water ditches and an earthen mound remain from the original structure. Archaeological evidence shows a rectangular fortress once occupied this location with defensive towers at the corners.

The castle developed during the 1300s under the Lords of Stecke, who held authority over the surrounding Meiderich region. This structure served to demonstrate their power while acknowledging the overall rule of the Kleve counts.

The mound represents a layer of medieval lordship embedded in the Ruhr landscape. Visitors can see the physical marker of how authority was once centered in this location.

The ruins can be explored on foot by following the old path that once led to the site, where the ditches and mound are clearly visible. The ground is open to visitors but may be uneven or wet depending on recent weather.

A cadastral map from 1734 preserves the original design showing two circular towers and a main tower within rectangular walls. This historical record allows visitors to picture what the complete fortress looked like before it fell to ruin.