Gut Leye

Gut Leye is a Baroque estate in Osnabrück featuring a main manor house, two symmetrical side buildings, gatehouses, and a chapel arranged within a structured landscape design. The grounds are connected by a star-shaped network of paths that lead to a straight avenue directing visitors toward the free-standing manor house.

The estate came into the possession of Franz Ostman in 1680, who built the manor house in 1703 and received the noble title 'von der Leye' in 1705. This elevation to nobility shaped the identity and name of the property for centuries to come.

The chapel serves the parish of Eversburg and functions as a spiritual space for the community. The main house now hosts a photography studio, bringing contemporary use to the historic grounds.

The estate is located in the Atter district and can be reached via a network of walking paths that connect to the main avenue. Public transport connections are available nearby, making it accessible by bus or train.

The star-shaped network of paths is an uncommon feature in Baroque garden design that helps orient visitors as they walk through the grounds. This geometric arrangement allows travelers to discover different perspectives of the manor house while exploring the avenue.

Location: Osnabrück

GPS coordinates: 52.29670,7.96801

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:08