--- title: "Burgruine Ringelstein" url: "https://en.teutoburgerwald.de/region/excursion/poi/burgruine-ringelstein" description: "Grave finds from the 9th and 10th centuries indicate an early settlement on the mountain spur above the Alme. The date of construction of Ringelstein Castle is uncertain - it was probably not built before 1300. It later became an agricultural outbuilding of the main Büren estate. In 1630 and 1631, the castle was the scene of numerous witch trials. It probably burned down around 1800 and was partially rebuilt as an artificial ruin after 1899. However, it quickly lost its significance and sank into a deep sleep for several decades.In 1979, the ruins of Ringelstein Castle were brought back to life. In many hours of voluntary work, a first cellar was uncovered by the Harth association. Due to the historical background of the castle, the cellar was soon popularly known as the \"witches' cellar\". In the summer of 2005, construction work was resumed and further restoration and excavation work was carried out. So far, a second cellar, old foundations and other historical masonry have been discovered." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/1187474/d81feec2fb518a4d35d2de706795e691de1667061dd4d1821d97a177953d6695/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Teutoburg Forest > Discover the region > Excursion > POI" --- Share Burgruine Ringelstein ===================== - Castle/palace - Children's playground Burgruine Ringelstein \| Büren Mittelalterlicher Steinturm der Burg Landeck, mit einer EU-Flagge, umgeben von grüner Natur. Zwei Personen wandern auf einem Pfad vor einer alten Ruine in einer Waldlandschaft. Ein Paar sitzt vor einer historischen Ruine und liest eine Karte, darüber weht eine Fahne. Ein Paar spaziert fröhlich auf einem Pfad durch eine grüne Wiese, mit Burgruine im Hintergrund. Eine Ruine mit Steinmauer im Grünen; zwei Personen steigen lächelnd eine Treppe hinab. Castle ruins with magnificent views over the Almetal Grave finds from the 9th and 10th centuries indicate an early settlement on the mountain spur above the Alme. The date of construction of Ringelstein Castle is uncertain - it was probably not built before 1300. It later became an agricultural outbuilding of the main Büren estate. In 1630 and 1631, the castle was the scene of numerous witch trials. It probably burned down around 1800 and was partially rebuilt as an artificial ruin after 1899. However, it quickly lost its significance and sank into a deep sleep for several decades. In 1979, the ruins of Ringelstein Castle were brought back to life. In many hours of voluntary work, a first cellar was uncovered by the Harth association. Due to the historical background of the castle, the cellar was soon popularly known as the "witches' cellar". In the summer of 2005, construction work was resumed and further restoration and excavation work was carried out. So far, a second cellar, old foundations and other historical masonry have been discovered. Read more Good to know ------------ Price info Group price for a guided tour (approx. 30 min.): € 35.00 Read more General information - Parking Available Eligibility - for Groups - for families - for individual guests - Pet allowed Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities The castle ruins are located right next to the Schützenhalle in Harth-Ringelstein near Büren. Read more Social Media Read more License (master data) Stadt Büren Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Cabaret & variety art - Christmas market - Guided tour/tour - Food & Beverage - Inn/guesthouse - Inn/guesthouse - Restaurant - Accomodations - Holiday home - Motorhome parking site - Holiday flat - Package - Individual offer - Individual offer - Place of interest - Children's playground - Parking facilities - Nature experience area - Tours13.49 km - Regional hiking trail 3.28 km - Regional hiking trail 12.40 km - Regional hiking trail Contact Harthberg 33142 Büren