Eggeratherhof

Eggeratherhof is an architectural ensemble in the Erkelenz area consisting of multiple buildings surrounded by water trenches. The complex dates from the 18th century and displays typical features of farmsteads from that period with their distinctive building layouts.

The site was first mentioned in 1197 when it already served as a significant farm operation. Over the centuries, the property belonged to local noble families who shaped it into the form we see today.

The farmstead shows how rural communities in this region lived and worked. The preserved buildings reveal traditional construction methods and how water served both as protection and a vital resource for farming families.

The farmstead sits near Erkelenz in the western Ruhr area and is easily accessible by car. Visitors should be prepared for uneven ground and historic buildings that can only be viewed from the outside.

The property was protected by water trenches, an unusual defensive measure for a farmstead. This fortification demonstrates how critical it was to safeguard property and livestock during uncertain times.