House Herbede, Manor estate in Witten, Germany.
House Herbede is a stone manor in Witten featuring a knight's hall, fireplace room, and vaulted cellar beneath with traditional medieval features. The complex sits near the Ruhr River and displays a mix of historic walls with modern office spaces.
The manor originated around 1100 as the residence of the Elverfeldt family, who held judicial rights over the Herbede area. The family shaped the site's development and regional importance across several centuries.
The manor serves today as a gathering place for community events and celebrations, linking visitors with centuries of regional heritage. The rooms reflect the importance this place held in local social life.
Access is available on weekdays from 10:00 to 14:00 and 15:00 to 18:00, as well as Saturday mornings from 10:00 to 14:00. The manor is open for events and visits during these regular hours.
The building displays an unusual blend: medieval architecture with vaulted cellars now houses modern office spaces. This combination of old and new makes the place a rare example of contemporary use within historic walls.
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