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title: "Vlotho Castle"
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description: "The hilltop castle was built around 1250 by Heinrich von Oldenburg on the Deesberg, now the Amtshausberg. It was used to control the Weser and the trade routes that converged in Vlotho.Around 1567, the castle was the seat of the Drosten and the district administration. After that, its importance dwindled as defense technology changed. In 1709, the castle was cleared for demolition.The preserved foundation walls and other remains, such as the dungeon and fountain of the once magnificent building, are still a reminder of times gone by."
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Vlotho Castle
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Burgmauer Vlotho mit Blick auf den Winterberg

Blick zum Mobilfunkturm auf dem Burggelände zwischen 2 Ruinen hindruch

Blick von unterhalb der Burgmauer hoch zur Aussichtsplatform

Modernes, überdachtes Gebäude mit Steinmauer und Treppe, von grünem Laub umgeben bei Tageslicht.

Vlotho Castle on the Amtshausberg is located in the middle of the beautiful Weser landscape and is a popular excursion destination. The castle wall of the beer garden offers a magnificent view over the Weser valley.

 The hilltop castle was built around 1250 by Heinrich von Oldenburg on the Deesberg, now the Amtshausberg. It was used to control the Weser and the trade routes that converged in Vlotho.

Around 1567, the castle was the seat of the Drosten and the district administration. After that, its importance dwindled as defense technology changed. In 1709, the castle was cleared for demolition.

The preserved foundation walls and other remains, such as the dungeon and fountain of the once magnificent building, are still a reminder of times gone by.

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General information

- Parking Available
- Bus stop available

Eligibility

- for Groups
- for Class
- for families
- for individual guests
- Pet allowed
- Suitable for Pushchair
- for Children of the age of 3-6
- for Children of the age of 6-10
- for Children of the age of 10 upwards

Foreign Language

German

Payment methods

Entrance Free

Directions & Parking facilities

The castle ruins are located on the Amtshausberg. It can be easily reached by car or e-bike. You can walk through the castle forest or along the Apothekerweg.

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Contact person

Vlotho Marketing GmbH**Company**

Lange Straße 111

32602 Vlotho

License (master data)

Vlotho Marketing - Peer Sonntag

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    34.47 km
    
    
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Contact

Burgstraße 41

32602 Vlotho