Gut Loy

Gut Loy is an estate complex in Rastede featuring multiple buildings constructed between 1875 and 1878. The site is distinguished by a round tower that stands on a foundation of glacial boulders.

The site was first documented in 1059 as 'Loyge' in a founding document of St. Ulrich Church. It passed through various noble families before John Christian Funch purchased it in 1874 and commissioned the current buildings.

The estate maintains agricultural traditions visible in seasonal activities like Christmas tree and berry sales that connect visitors with local customs. These practices show how rural life continues in the Oldenburg region today.

The estate is accessible during its season and sells products directly to visitors. You can purchase blueberries, Christmas trees, and wood for self-harvesting.

The round tower may be a remnant of a medieval castle and represents one of the few surviving elements from that early fortification. This historical layer is barely visible within the otherwise 19th-century site.

Location: Rastede

GPS coordinates: 53.22757,8.25308

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:42