The Top 20 Castles around Bad Essen
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 around Bad Essen. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Bad Essen. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 31, 2025
Hünnefeld Castle
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Impressive facility, which is surrounded by a moat and a wonderful park. The Hünnefeld Castle was first mentioned in 1146 and rebuilt several times. Today it is inhabited by the …
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Benkhausen Castle
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Benkhausen Palace with Palace Park. The facility was largely renovated between 2010 and 2013. The park is freely accessible. There is a small circular hiking trail to the Mittelland Canal. …
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Schelenburg Castle
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Although the restaurant in the Schellenberg moated castle has long been closed and the building is now used privately, it is still worth taking a look from the outside. The …
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Ippenburg Castle
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Thanks to the lady of the castle and her family, special activities take place here again and again - the garden festivals that have been taking place since 1998, a …
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Diedrichsburg
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The way up the tower is worthwhile, if only because of the old stuffed animals and the trees of the year. From the top you can enjoy a wonderful all-round …
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