Burgruine Wohlenstein

Burgruine Wohlenstein is a medieval fortified settlement in Bilderlahe with a prominent residential tower and defensive moat system surrounding the grounds. The structure displays the typical layout of a castle with a central stronghold and outer protective lines.

The castle was founded in 1295 and served as a power base for the Woldenstein family to control local trade networks. In 1519, Duke Erich of Calenberg-Göttingen destroyed it, which marked the end of its strategic importance.

The site was named after the Woldenstein family who ruled these lands for generations. Today visitors can trace the outlines of former buildings and sense how daily life unfolded within these walls.

The site sits in a landscape with gentle hillsides and is easily reached on foot. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes since the ground is uneven and the ruins remain open to explore at any time.

The castle occupied a hilltop location that would have been visible from afar, making it a widely recognized symbol of power. Today, the remaining walls tell the story of an important fortification that shaped regional history.

Location: Bilderlahe

Inception: 1295

GPS coordinates: 51.89580,10.11580

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:26