--- title: "Ehemaliges Amtsgefängnis" url: "https://en.teutoburgerwald.de/region/excursion/poi/ehemaliges-amtsgefaengnis" description: "This place is part of the SIEBENECKEN.APP ErlebnisAPP - discover more on www.siebenecken.app!The premisesThe official prison is divided into two halves. One side contains two prison cells and a guardroom, which met the security and surveillance requirements of the time. The other half of the building was used as a fire station for the fire department, where fire-fighting equipment was stored. Today, this area houses an old high-pressure fire engine, a reminder of the important role of the fire department in the community.Restoration and public accessibilityIn 1992, the Hartum local history association took the initiative to restore the old official prison. With a great deal of commitment and dedication, the building was restored to its original state and made accessible to the public. The restoration has preserved an important piece of regional history, which today attracts visitors from near and far.Visiting opportunitiesInterested parties have the opportunity to visit the old official prison. These tours are available by prior arrangement with Ms. Bettina Hampel, who can be contacted on 0571 / 3988740. A visit not only offers the opportunity to get to know the architecture and the historic rooms, but also to learn more about the history of the official prison and its former use.The old official prison in Hille is therefore not only a historic building, but also a living part of the regional identity that is worth discovering." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3294030/dcea8486d5f223ada78e3f50a312440b76feb5aeafde806b86ecac88f9e75e3f/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Teutoburg Forest > Discover the region > Excursion > POI" --- Share Ehemaliges Amtsgefängnis ======================== - Historic building Ein kleines, altes Backsteingebäude mit schrägem, moosbewachsenem Ziegeldach. Daneben stehen grüne Bäume und das Gras leuchtet in der Sonne. Das Bild zeigt ein kleines, rotes Backsteingebäude mit einer dunklen Holztür, umgeben von üppig grünem Rasen, sonnendurchfluteten Bäumen und einem asphaltierten Weg im Vordergrund. Das Bild zeigt ein altes Ziegelgebäude mit einem Schild, das die Aufschrift "Altes Amtsgefängnis" trägt. Rechts neben dem Gebäude befindet sich eine Infotafel im Vordergrund, die zusätzliche Informationen bietet. Das Bild zeigt ein kleines, altes rotes Backsteingebäude mit einem Satteldach. Es hat eine hölzerne Tür. Links daneben befindet sich ein Schild mit der Aufschrift "Altes Amtsgefängnis". Um das Gebäude herum ist grünes Gras zu sehen. Im Hintergrund sind weitere Gebäude und Bäume erkennbar. Old Hille official prison: built in 1896, it served as a prison and fire station for the fire department. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### This place is part of the SIEBENECKEN.APP ErlebnisAPP - discover more on ! The premises The official prison is divided into two halves. One side contains two prison cells and a guardroom, which met the security and surveillance requirements of the time. The other half of the building was used as a fire station for the fire department, where fire-fighting equipment was stored. Today, this area houses an old high-pressure fire engine, a reminder of the important role of the fire department in the community. ### Restoration and public accessibility In 1992, the Hartum local history association took the initiative to restore the old official prison. With a great deal of commitment and dedication, the building was restored to its original state and made accessible to the public. The restoration has preserved an important piece of regional history, which today attracts visitors from near and far. ### Visiting opportunities Interested parties have the opportunity to visit the old official prison. These tours are available by prior arrangement with Ms. Bettina Hampel, who can be contacted on 0571 / 3988740. A visit not only offers the opportunity to get to know the architecture and the historic rooms, but also to learn more about the history of the official prison and its former use. The old official prison in Hille is therefore not only a historic building, but also a living part of the regional identity that is worth discovering. Read more Good to know ------------ Openings Visits by arrangement with the Heimatverein Hartum, Mrs. Bettina Hampel, phone 0571 / 3988740. Read more Price info Can be viewed from the outside at any time. Read more License (master data) Anke kleine Siemer Our recommendations ------------------- View on map 37.36 km - Regional bike tour 113.84 km - Regional bike tour Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Course/seminar/hobby - Other - Family and Children - Food & Beverage - Bistro - Restaurant - Restaurant - Accomodations - Campsite - Hotel - Hotel - Place of interest - Children's playground - E-bike charging point - Mill - Tours 268.99 km - Regional bike tour - Regional bike tour 75.44 km - Regional bike tour Contact Mindener Str. 440 32479 Hille