--- title: "Burg Ravensberg" url: "https://en.teutoburgerwald.de/region/excursion/poi/burg-ravensberg" description: "Ravensberg Castle is the town's landmark. It gives its name to the Ravensberg region and is considered one of the most important sights in today's district of Gütersloh. It was built around 1100 as the ancestral seat of the counts of Ravensberg-Calvelage, was the heart of the independent county of Ravensberg until they died out in 1346 and was still used as the administrative seat of the Ravensberg district in the 18th century. The mighty Romanesque keep, pointed towards the attack side, with its unique masonry platform, remains of the surrounding walls and the deepest medieval well, 104 meters deep, which has been preserved in its original state and still stands there today, completely untouched, as it was built almost 1000 years ago, together with its traditional pumping technology. The forester's lodge built by the Prussian architect Karl-Friedrich Schinkel, which was refurbished as a castle restaurant a few years ago, offers refreshments. The Ravensberg Castle Foundation, which is responsible for the historical site, offers numerous events throughout the year. The informative and entertaining program ranges from a medieval market to concerts, lectures and excursions. The educational programs on nature and history in the \"Ravensberg Classroom\" are taken up with great enthusiasm by thousands of schoolchildren every year. Guided tours are available on Sundays and public holidays from spring to fall and for groups by prior arrangement all year round by calling 05425 933544; http://burg-ravensberg.de" language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2577916/845b6a29dd2aa449cc9e681749305347d3f3a3bedcdefed3a779f2b48bb1139b/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Teutoburg Forest > Discover the region > Excursion > POI" --- Share Burg Ravensberg =============== - Tip - Castle/palace Runder Burgturm aus Stein mit Zinnen und wehender rot-weißer Fahne bei klarem Himmel. Sonniger Gastgarten mit leeren Holzmöbeln, umgeben von üppigem Grün und einer alten Steinmauer im Hintergrund. Der Bauerngarten an Burg Ravensberg mit üppigen Beeten, Steinwegen und rustikalem Holzschuppen. Burg Ravensberg mit massiven Steinturm und restaurierter Fassade, umgeben von grünen Bäumen. Blick durch eine kleine Öffnung einer steinernen Burgruine mit Ausblick auf grüne Landschaften. Historische Freiluftbühne in Burgruine mit halbkreisförmigen Sitzreihen aus Holz, umgeben von Bäumen. Runde Burgturm aus Stein mit Zinnen, umgeben von Bäumen, mit rot-weißer Flagge oben. Eine verschneite Burgruine im Winter, umgeben von Wäldern und Hügeln unter blauem Himmel. Ravensberg Castle is still considered an outstanding landmark in the region today. It was built in the early 12th century as the ancestral seat of the Counts of Ravensberg-Calvelage. A refreshment stop is available. Ravensberg Castle is the town's landmark. It gives its name to the Ravensberg region and is considered one of the most important sights in today's district of Gütersloh. It was built around 1100 as the ancestral seat of the counts of Ravensberg-Calvelage, was the heart of the independent county of Ravensberg until they died out in 1346 and was still used as the administrative seat of the Ravensberg district in the 18th century. The mighty Romanesque keep, pointed towards the attack side, with its unique masonry platform, remains of the surrounding walls and the deepest medieval well, 104 meters deep, which has been preserved in its original state and still stands there today, completely untouched, as it was built almost 1000 years ago, together with its traditional pumping technology. The forester's lodge built by the Prussian architect Karl-Friedrich Schinkel, which was refurbished as a castle restaurant a few years ago, offers refreshments. The Ravensberg Castle Foundation, which is responsible for the historical site, offers numerous events throughout the year. The informative and entertaining program ranges from a medieval market to concerts, lectures and excursions. The educational programs on nature and history in the "Ravensberg Classroom" are taken up with great enthusiasm by thousands of schoolchildren every year. Guided tours are available on Sundays and public holidays from spring to fall and for groups by prior arrangement all year round by calling 05425 933544; Read more Good to know ------------ Openings APRIL - OCTOBER Weekdays 10 am to 6 pm Saturday, Sunday, public holidays, bridging days 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. NOVEMBER - MARCH Tuesday to Friday 11 am to 5 pm Saturday, Sunday, public holidays, bridge days 12 noon to 5 p.m. Gastronomy: open with restrictions. Guided tours: on Sundays & public holidays from April - October, every hour between 12 and 5 pm without advance reservation. Group tours on request. Read more Price info Castle tours Weekdays until 19:00, 6 € adults, 3 € children from 19:00, 8 € adults, 4 € children Sundays and public holidays € 6 adults, € 3 children Read more Eligibility - Bad Weather Offer - for Groups - for Class - for families - for individual guests - Pet allowed Other Furnishing/Equipment - cool place Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities Railroad: NWB Bielefeld - Osnabrück, exit "Hesseln" or "Borgholzhausen", from there it is about a 30 to 40 minute walk to the castle By bus: Line 62/21 Bielefeld - Borgholzhausen, get off at "Borgholzhausen - Schützenhaus", then follow the Barenbergweg on foot up to the forest path to the castle. Or: Line 90 Versmold - Halle, exit "Borgholzhausen - Unter der Burg" Read more License (master data) Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Guided tour/tour - Hiking - Food & Beverage - Beer garden/outdoor dining - Café - Café - Accomodations - Pension - Motorhome parking site - Holiday flat - Place of interest - Rest area - Rest area - Church - Tours 39.71 km - Regional bike tour 6.69 km - Regional hiking trail 13.38 km - Jogging/Nordic walking Contact Burg Ravensberg 1 33829 Borgholzhausen