Burg Hövel, Medieval castle ruins in Hamm, Germany
The stone fortification sits on the northern slope of Höveler Hill, featuring architectural elements from the medieval period of German defensive construction.
Graf Bernhard von Hövel established the castle around 1003, creating a strategic stronghold along the Lippe river that influenced regional territorial development.
The castle stands as a testament to the feudal system's influence on local architecture, reflecting the social structure of medieval Westphalia through its design.
Visitors reach the castle site in the Bockum-Hövel district of Hamm, where current structures occupy the location of the original medieval fortress.
The fortification changed ownership in 1553 to the von Reck family, who adopted the title Lords of Hövel and maintained the castle until its burning in 1633.
Location: Hamm
GPS coordinates: 51.70270,7.76195
Latest update: March 17, 2025 07:22
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