Wasserburg Haus Glehn

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Wasserburg Haus Glehn, Renaissance water castle in Glehn, Germany

The three-story brick castle features a round tower with an onion dome in the northeast corner and a stair tower with a flat dome roof.

Built in 1560 by Dietrich Fleck von der Balen, the castle received its alternative name Fleckenhaus after its reconstruction following a fire in medieval times.

The architectural elements reflect the Dutch Renaissance style, with large windows, friezes, and decorative arrow slits that served no defensive purpose.

The castle grounds include a gatehouse and farm buildings connected by passages built in 1912, currently operating as both a residential property and agricultural facility.

The entire complex remains surrounded by a moat system, which was added to the monument list on March 5, 1987, emphasizing its historical defensive significance.

GPS coordinates: 51.16935,6.57566

Latest update: March 31, 2025 21:16

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