Vischering Castle is a real gem among the castles in Münsterland
Tourismus NRW e.V., Vischering Castle is a real gem among the castles in Münsterland

Castles and palacesInsights into the past against a fairytale backdrop

Throughout the cultural state of North Rhine-Westphalia, imposing palaces and stately castles tell exciting stories from different eras. With their English landscape gardens, baroque parks, museums and art exhibitions, they make great weekend excursion destinations. The impressive buildings also provide the perfect backdrop for weddings and events. Discover the most popular and impressive palaces and castles in the Kulturland region in the categories "Architectural masterpieces", "Residences steeped in history" and "Diverse places to experience".

  • Nordkirchen Castle in the Münsterland region
    Johannes Höhn, Tourismus NRW e.V., Nordkirchen Castle is known as the Versailles of Westphalia
    Architectural masterpieces
    Some buildings stand out as architectural masterpieces from the landscape of palaces and castles in North Rhine-Westphalia due to their size, unity and design.
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  • Front view of Corvey Castle
    Tourismus NRW e.V., The eventful history of the romantically situated former Corvey monastery complex goes back 1,200 years
    Residences steeped in history
    The centuries leave their mark. This becomes clear in castles and fortresses that have survived wars, destruction and plundering. A journey through time awaits.
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  • Front view of Drachenburg Castle
    Tourismus NRW e.V., Baron Stephan von Sarter laid the foundation stone for Schloss Drachenburg in 1882. The stately Wilhelminian-style building is a mixture of palace, castle and villa.
    Diverse adventure sites
    Palaces and castles in the cultural state of North Rhine-Westphalia are today centers of art, cultural encounters or pilgrimage destinations for hikers and cyclists.
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