ソネンバーグの洞窟・トップ5

I personally always find the term "Kriegsdenkmal" (war memorial), used (not only here) in the name of the highlight, a bit jarring. Although it is the literal translation of the English "War Memorial" and widely used in that language, in my subjective opinion, the term should not be used that way in German. After all, one commemorates not "the war" itself, but rather "the victims of the war(s)." For many decades, the term "Kriegerdenkmal" (war memorial) was common throughout the country; now, "Gefallenen-Denkmal" (fallen memorial) or "-Ehrenmal" (war memorial) is gaining ground. In my opinion, this term much better clarifies the current (dual) meaning—namely, on the one hand, to commemorate the victims of war and tyranny, and on the other, to understand this as a reminder to maintain peace.

In addition to the castle park, you can also visit the castle chapel (right side wing), actually every Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. I was standing in front of a locked door during opening hours, so it would be better to call in advance (Tel. 033088-50180).

A small, beautiful mansion. Currently probably owned by Hardenberg.

Old castle in Hoppenrade

A commemorative stele of a special kind that stays in your memory

The monastery was probably founded around 1230 by the Counts of Arnstein, who also called themselves Counts of Lindow. In 1542 the Reformation was introduced and the monastery was converted into a Protestant convent for women. It was one of the richest monasteries in the Mark until 1638, when it was destroyed by imperial troops along with its valuable library and documents.

In his novel "Der Stechlin" Fontane described the monastery of Lindow and its historic cemetery as Kloster Wutz. “Lindow is as lovely as its name. It grows between three lakes and old linden trees take it under their shade,” is how Fontane expresses his feelings about the idyllic location that he has visited several times.

You should take your time for the monastery ruins and the surrounding area. The garden of the book with its diverse plants is worth exploring. The atmosphere of the cemetery with the many stone and iron crosses, as well as the sarcophagi, has its own charm. Some of the sarcophagi are richly decorated, a closer look is worthwhile. Recommendation: put your ear to it....👻....