Gut Riensberg, Historical villa with park in Schwachhausen, Germany
Gut Riensberg is a T-shaped manor house in Schwachhausen with a north wing connected to a south wing showcasing classical architectural elements. The estate is surrounded by spacious gardens and still preserves sections of the original moat.
The estate originated in the 12th century under Archbishop Friedrich during the settlement of Hollerland and received its first written mention in 1213. Over the centuries it evolved from a country residence into a museum that now preserves Bremen's cultural heritage.
The property now functions as part of the Focke Museum, housing exhibits about Bremen's residential traditions and European glass art. Visitors can also explore a children's museum section integrated into the main house.
The property is located at Schwachhauser Heerstraße 240 and is open for public exploration with wooded areas and gardens to discover. Visiting on a weekday is advisable if you prefer a quieter experience, and you should allow enough time to tour both the main house and the surrounding grounds.
The French Gate, a Rococo metalwork piece from 1760, incorporates gun barrels left behind by French soldiers during the Seven Years' War. This unusual composition makes the gate a rare testimony to wartime history built directly into the manor's design.
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