Vondern Castle

Oberhausen, Germany

Vondern castle was founded probably in the 12th or 13th century. The estate appears in documents in 1266, as the home of Gerhard de Vondere. Today Vondern is used for regular concerts, weddings and medieval market in summer.

Address

Arminstraße 65, Oberhausen, Germany

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Hohenstaufen Dynasty (Germany)

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Andreas Pietras (6 years ago)
Tolle Location

Daniela Birkelbach (6 years ago)
Great place for a wedding!

Sabrina Herlt (6 years ago)
Top

Ysa S (6 years ago)
Beautiful

Iris Kraemer (7 years ago)
Tolle Location.

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