Haus Voerde

Haus Voerde is a manor house in the town of Voerde featuring a stone tower built in 1668 and surrounded by a maintained park with a pond where swans and ducks swim. The ground floor remains open to visitors, while the upper level serves as the municipal registry office.

The building originated before 1200 as a water castle belonging to the Abbey of Werden and first appeared in written records in 1344. The tower built in 1668 marked a major reconstruction phase that shaped the house into its present form.

The building displays regional architectural language through its mix of baroque forms and classical elements across different construction periods. This blend of styles reveals how the house developed and kept its character across generations.

The visit focuses on the ground floor and surrounding park, which are freely accessible and open for exploration. The upper level is not available for visitors since it functions as the municipal registry office.

The von Syberg family lived in the house for over 200 years until 1770, representing one of the longest continuous noble residencies in the region. This extended occupation shaped the building and the family in ways visible in few other local houses.

Location: Voerde

GPS coordinates: 51.59361,6.67111

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:05