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North Rhine-Westphalia
Ruhr Region

Dortmund

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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Ruhr Region

Dortmund

The Top 15 Castles in Dortmund

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 15

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

Last updated: November 12, 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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Haus Rodenberg Water Castle

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Water castle house Rodenberg. A jewel in Dortmund Aplerbeck.

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Haus Dellwig Water Castle and Local History Museum

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The water castle Haus Dellwig is, as soon as nature shows its green face, a worthwhile destination for walkers, hikers, walkers and cyclists alike. It offers itself as a station …

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Bodelschwingh Castle

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The Wasserschloss Bodelschwingh is definitely one of the most beautiful moated castles in Germany. Curved gables and turrets are reflected in the surrounding water, which truly provides an impressive picture. …

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Hohensyburg

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The way is worth it. From the Kaiser Wilhelm monument you have a great view of the Lenne estuary in the Ruhr. There is a small stall at the Vincketurm. …

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Hörde Castle

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The Hörder Burg (Hörde castle) is located in the south-east of Dortmund, close to the river Emscher, now right at the new harbor plaza of the 2010 created Phoenix Lake. …

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Hörder Castle and Archaeological Site

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Hörder Castle
One does not want to suspect a castle between the former steelworks and the artificially created Phoenix Lake.
The origins of the former Hörder Castle go back to …

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Haus Dellwig Water Castle

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The Wasserschloss Haus Dellwig is a worthwhile destination for walkers, hikers, walkers and cyclists alike as soon as nature shows its green face. It offers itself as a station for …

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War memorial in Syburg, fallen soldiers 1914-1918

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To commemorate the fallen and a reminder to the living

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Husen Castle and Botanical Trail

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House Husen

The manor of the Lords of Hüsen was first mentioned in 1259. Around 1330, Johann von der Husen was named as the feudal bearer …

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