Burg Stotel

Burg Stotel is a castle ruin in Loxstedt, Germany, located near Stoteler village church. The site displays circular stone foundations from the medieval period, and the remains have been made accessible for visitors to explore the original layout and structure.

The foundations date back to 1150-1160, when the castle was first built in the marshland. It was later expanded during the reign of Count Gerbert von Stotel in the mid-13th century.

The name 'de Stoltenbroke' means 'the proud castle in wet land', reflecting its strategic position in the marshlands of Lower Saxony. Today it stands as a reminder of how medieval nobility chose to build in challenging terrain near what is now Stoteler village.

The site is easy to reach on foot and the ruins are freely accessible year-round. After preservation work completed in 2018, the stone walls are stable and safe for visitors to explore.

The castle lay completely forgotten for nearly 900 years until workers accidentally uncovered ancient walls in 2006 during electrical cable installation. This chance discovery prompted archaeological investigations that revealed important details about early medieval settlement in the region.