Sattelmeierhof Ringsthof

The horse in the coat of arms symbolizes Widukind's stable

There are two theories as to the origin and meaning of the term Sattelmeyer. On the one hand, Sattel can refer to "Sadel = seat" or "sadeln = to settle" (Saxon), and designates these farmsteads as ancestral seats or original settlements, where the first settlers had their homes.

On the other hand, according to documents from the 17th century, the Sattelmeyer were farmers who always had to provide a strong man with a horse and saddle to defend their lords. This could also be the origin of the name Sattelmeyer. The unpopular standby service was soon converted into a monetary fee.

The Ringsthof is a feudal-looking Sattelmeyerhof. It stands on the highest point of Enger, dominating the landscape. The complex was rebuilt in 1908 to the south of the old farmstead and is now a listed building. The clock tower with the horse as a weather vane is striking. The owner family König still has a horse in its coat of arms today, as tradition has it that the "Ringstmeyer" looked after Widukind's stables.

About 150 hectares of agricultural land belong to the farm, including around 26.5 hectares of forest with a high proportion of coniferous trees.

Further information: www.fahr-im-kreis.de