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North Rhine-Westphalia

Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis

North Rhine-Westphalia

Ruhr Region

Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis

The Top 20 Castles in Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis

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 Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: November 19, 2025

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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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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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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Kemnade House

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The moated castle now houses a restaurant. Here you can sit outside when the weather is nice and enjoy nature and the good food and drinks that are on offer here. Weddings are often celebrated here or bands play.

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View of the River Ruhr and Blankenstein Castle

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A very nice stretch of road between Kemnader Lake and the old lock system.
Not only a beautiful view up to Blankenstein Castle.

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Isenburg Castle Cliff

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Interesting rock uplift.
Plastically conveyed earth history

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Herbede House

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A beautiful old estate, which is regularly used today for events such as weddings.

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The Niedernhof

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Haunted castle on the shores of Lake Hengstey. Currently no longer farmed. For celebrations, e.g. Weddings, but still to book.

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Haus Witten

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Since the restoration and modernization work was completed in 1996, the Haus Witten event venue - a former court residence - has hosted a wide variety of events. Thanks to …

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The Top 20 Castles in Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis

Hardenstein Castle Ruins

Steinhausen Castle with sculpture garden

Isenburg Ruins and Haus Custodis (Hattingen)

Blankenstein Castle

Kemnade House

View of the River Ruhr and Blankenstein Castle

Isenburg Castle Cliff

Herbede House

The Niedernhof

Haus Witten

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