Darfeld Castle

Darfeld, Germany

Schloss Darfeld was built in 1612-1616 by the Münster architect and sculptor Gerhard Gröninger, who brought Venetian Renaissance style to the northern Germany. The Droste family to Vischering bought the property in 1680. The house was largely destroyed in 1899 by a big fire. The reconstruction in today's form according to plans by Hermann Schaedtler lasted until 1904.

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Netter 23, Darfeld, Germany
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Founded: 1612
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Reformation & Wars of Religion (Germany)

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www.schloss-darfeld.de

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User Reviews

Mar Brink (5 years ago)
Diese teilweise besuchbare Anlage ist wunderschön.
worldfootage (5 years ago)
Der Wanderwege bzw. Radweg führt direkt am Schloss vorbei mit gutem Blick auf das Schloss von drei Seiten.
Manushki Murtiko (5 years ago)
Amazing, beautiful castle. Unfortualtelly can not enter. Privately owned. I am wondering how it feels to live in few centuries old castle. Must be very interesting seeing every day those old walls that have seen so many generation. I love old castles!
allan navakumar (5 years ago)
Schöner Ort
Mr. Grrtje (6 years ago)
Erg leuk. Niet toegankelijk. Je mag wel kort bij komen.
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