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The Top 20 Castles in the Ruhr Region

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20

beautiful castles to choose from in the Ruhr Region. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: December 15, 2025

Hohensyburg castle ruins

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The ruins Hohensyburg is definitely worth a visit. As a hiker I enjoyed the view over Hagen and the Hengsteysee. As a contrast, the casino is not far away. I've already found my luck while enjoying the great view.

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Hardenstein Castle Ruins

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Hardenstein Castle, built between 1345 and 1354, offers sweeping views of the green Ruhr river valley below and the forested escarpment across the river. Hard to believe you're in the …

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Landsberg Castle

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The castle is located in a quiet wooded area above August-Thyssen-Straße. It was built in 1276 by Count Adolph V of Burg to fortify the Ruhr crossing. Today, the castle …

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Bladenhorst Castle

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The moated castle Bladenhorst dates back to the 16th century. The moated castle blends harmoniously into the landscape and the eye is delighted by this old castle complex. The surrounding …

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Heessen Castle

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Schloss Heessen is privately owned and houses a rural school home. Guided tours are possible by prior arrangement.

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Steinhausen Castle with sculpture garden

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Very nice facility. Unfortunately, you can no longer enjoy the sun with delicacies in the idyllic castle courtyard, the restaurant is only for private parties! The old prayer house is worth a visit!

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Isenburg Ruins and Haus Custodis (Hattingen)

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Today only an impressive ruin remains of the former Isenburg, which was built in the 12th century for Count Arnold von Altena on the Isenberg. In the middle of the …

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Herten Castle

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Herten Castle is a moated castle on the western edge of downtown Herten. It is located in the midst of an old English landscape garden and was first documented in …

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Blankenstein Castle

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Just great here. A visit to the medieval castle Blankenstein is recommended. There is also a restaurant where you can relax. Fantastic view from the castle Blankenstein over the valley.

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Isenburg castle ruins

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Around 1240, the Neue Isenburg, named after the Isenburg in Hattingen, was built above the Ruhr by Count Dietrich von Altena-Isenberg. Only 48 years later it was destroyed again. Its …

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The Top 20 Castles in the Ruhr Region

Hohensyburg castle ruins

Hardenstein Castle Ruins

Landsberg Castle

Bladenhorst Castle

Heessen Castle

Steinhausen Castle with sculpture garden

Isenburg Ruins and Haus Custodis (Hattingen)

Herten Castle

Blankenstein Castle

Isenburg castle ruins

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