The Ellerburg: A place full of history and nature in Espelkamp
The Ellerburg, a former moated castle in the village of Fiestel in the town of Espelkamp, is a fascinating destination for those interested in history and nature. Although the buildings are now dilapidated and inaccessible, the surrounding area with its historical charm and natural beauty is well worth a visit.
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A moated castle with a rich history
The Ellerburg was first mentioned in documents in 1272. In 1475, it was mentioned as a knight's seat of the noble von Münch family. The current buildings date back to 1795 and the castle has been owned by the von der Horst family since 1825. The name "Ellerburg" is derived from the alder trees ("Ellern") that are typical of the landscape.
An ensemble with a historic bridge
Although the moat island cannot be entered due to the risk of collapse, the representative stone bridge, flanked by two old lime trees, is a reminder of the castle's former glory. On the island itself is a 400-year-old lime tree that impressively embodies the history of the place.
Experience nature in the overgrown park
There is a lot to discover around the former Ellerburg castle: a tree nature trail leads from the small box garden through the overgrown park. Along the way, signs provide information about the various park trees that make the grounds so special.
The historic avenue
One of the highlights of the area is the 150-year-old avenue, which consists of plane trees, horse chestnuts and lime trees. Originally, it connected the Ellerburg with the hereditary burial ground of the von der Horst family and the neighboring Hollwinkel Castle. This avenue marks the south side of the park and is an impressive relic of times gone by.
Other sights: The Ellerburg Mill
The nearby Ellerburg Mill once belonged to the Ellerburg estate. This historical reference underlines the importance of the complex as a center of aristocratic life and regional history.
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