Heil- und Pflegeanstalt Lindenhaus

The Heil- und Pflegeanstalt Lindenhaus consists of multiple buildings designed for psychiatric care, featuring separate wings for male and female patients and a chapel.

Established in 1811 as 'Irren-Heil- und Pflegeanstalt zu Brake,' the institution was founded by Pauline von Anhalt-Bernburg following her husband's mental health conditions.

The facility incorporated agricultural work as a therapeutic method, maintaining low mortality rates among patients during the early 20th century.

The institution operated until 1951, when patients were relocated to other facilities due to financial constraints and infrastructure deterioration.

The hospital maintained resistance against unethical Nazi-era directives, with staff members demonstrating opposition to discriminatory patient treatment policies.

Location: Lemgo

GPS coordinates: 52.02326,8.91676

Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:24