Rauschenburg, Medieval castle ruins in Olfen, Germany
The rectangular water castle features a main island encircled by a moat with a three-winged structure opening toward the Lippe River.
The castle, first mentioned in 1050, served as a strategic point to secure the ford over the Lippe River until its abandonment in 1900.
The structure changed ownership among notable families including von Rechede, von Landsberg, von Ascheberg, and von Twickel, shaping regional noble heritage.
The ruins stand on private property, requiring visitors to respect posted signs and obtain necessary permissions before exploring the historical site.
The castle derives its name from the sound of rapids that existed at this location along the Lippe River in medieval times.
Location: Olfen
GPS coordinates: 51.68300,7.37423
Latest update: March 11, 2025 04:08
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