Senden Castle, Senden, Germany

The three-winged Senden Castle looks back on a history of over 1000 years. The complex, which in addition to the manor house consists of an inner courtyard, two moats and an outer bailey, has components dating from the 12th to the 18th century. Around 1350, the castle passed to the Lords of Senden, an old Westphalian noble family. At the end of the 14th century, the heiress of this family married the heir of the Drosten zu Kakesbeck, who in turn was also related to the Drosten zu Vischering. This formed a new branch of the family: the Droste zu Senden. Shortly afterwards, the construction of the castle began. The most recent part is the so-called Mannenhaus, which was built in 1719 and today delights with its charmingly crooked appearance.

Over the centuries, both Senden and the castle itself have repeatedly been the scene of armed conflicts. The castle looks back on a varied history of different owners and uses.

Today the non-profit association Schloss Senden e.V. took over the entire castle complex in 2015 to transform it into a cultural and educational venue. Visitors can see for themselves the ongoing renovation process and experience how the castle is blossoming from a 'lost place' into a new highlight. Concerts, themed tours and other seasonal events are already taking place regularly.

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Victoria De Napoli (11 months ago)
The castle is beautiful and also its surroundings. They are doing a really good work with artists. I’ll definitely will go back.

Heiner Tappe (4 years ago)
It’s not stable not straight not open not for sale: but worth to take a look

Eivind (5 years ago)
It's an old castle(ish). Cool moat.

Rony Sikder (6 years ago)
Lovely old water castle, currently still under renovation.

Joan Bos (7 years ago)
You can not visit, but you can walk around the castle. Its exterior is interesting. However, the castle badly needs repairs.

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