Rittergut Wichtringhausen

Rittergut Wichtringhausen is a two-story manor house situated on an island within a wide moat, reached by three bridges made of stone and timber-frame materials. The estate includes extensive woodlands that supply firewood for local use throughout the year.

First documented in 1188 under the name Wicmeringehusen in a bishop's register, the property once served as a stopping point on medieval trade routes. The current manor house with its Renaissance features was built in the early 1600s and underwent significant neo-Gothic renovations in the mid-1800s.

The manor house displays a mix of Renaissance and neo-Gothic details that reflect different eras of taste and design. These layers show how the estate evolved to match changing ideas about how a grand residence should look.

The estate is accessible by multiple routes and offers visitors a window into historical forestry practices and rural life. A wine tavern in the former manager's cottage provides refreshment and makes facilities convenient for guests.

A wine tavern operated by a well-known estate from the Rheingau wine region runs a tasting room in the former manager's house. This unexpected offering blends the countryside character of the property with wine culture from an entirely different part of Germany.

Location: Barsinghausen

GPS coordinates: 52.33306,9.43389

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:23