Burg Ascheberg

Burg Ascheberg comprises medieval castle ruins with two separate courtyards, each roughly 40 by 40 meters in size. The foundations are built from local stone and mortar and reveal the layout where residential buildings and fortifications once stood.

The castle originated during the Carolingian period as a seat of the noble House of Ascheberg. It was destroyed in 1179 and remained abandoned until excavations around 1900 revealed its ruins.

The site takes its name from the noble family that ruled here for centuries. Visitors can see traces of how nobility lived and organized their holdings in this region during medieval times.

The site is accessible via marked paths with informational panels that help explain the remains. Visitors can explore the foundations at their own pace and gain a clear sense of the scale and layout of the former stronghold.

Early 20th century excavations uncovered a polygonal keep and a roughly 11-meter-long palace structure on the grounds. These discoveries revealed building techniques and layouts that taught researchers about how noble families lived in Westphalia.

GPS coordinates: 52.15421,7.35883

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:22