The House of Assen for the Castles and Burgs Day

Founded in 1023 by Emperor Heinrich II, Haus Assen was home to ever-changing owners over the next 300 years. With the purchase of the estate in 1396 by Röttger I von Ketteler, the house began to take shape: Thus, in 1564, the present Renaissance castle was built. About a hundred years later, it became the property of the von Galen family, who lived there until 2002. In 1997, Bernhard Graf von Galen donated the property to the religious community "Servi Jesu et Mariae", which ran a boys' boarding school there for almost 20 years.

Today, Haus Assen is used as a spiritual centre and meeting place for youth and family. Its extensive programme includes retreats, faith courses, family weekends and youth activities such as scout camps and knights' days. Haus Assen also opens its doors to visitors on Castle Day.

Let yourself be inspired

Assen House is a popular destination for excursions
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
The chapel
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
Many stories are hidden behind the historic walls
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
A great photo motif!
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Inside the property
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting

Guided tours

1.15, 2 and 3 p.m.

Almost like something out of a fairy tale, the moated castle lies hidden amongst trees and bushes. And the rich history that these ancient walls recount is equally fascinating. During guided tours, guests have the rare opportunity to visit selected rooms and the idyllic courtyard of Haus Assen, and to immerse themselves in the special atmosphere of this historic place. 

  • Start: 1.15 pm, 2 pm and 3 pm
  • Duration: approx. 1 hour
  • Price: Adults €8 | Concessions €5 | Children under 14 €1.50
  • Booking: by 20 June at www.haus-assen.de, by email topeter.muench@sjm-online.orgor by telephone on02527 5929700
  • Meeting point: at the Burgbrücke, with an admission ticket (available from the Friends’ Association at the Vorburg)
  • Please note: Uneven paving; there are a few steps to negotiate during the tours.

Picnic on the meadow

1 - 5 pm

On 21 June, Haus Assen also invites you to the Münsterland Picnic Days. If you wish, you can also drop by for a picnic the day before. The grounds will then be open from 10 am. On both days, the car parks are available as a picnic area, but you must bring your own picnic. The Friends' Association will be selling cold drinks on Castles and Palaces Day.

  • Start: 1 p.m.
  • End: 5 pm
  • Price: free of charge
  • No registration required
  • Meeting point: picnic meadow in front of the castle

Münsterland Picnic Days 2026

Service at the Assen House

  • 100 Castles Route
  • Guided tours
  • Park at the house
  • Public WC
  • child friendly

More info

  • Free car parking is available near the castle.
  • The Friends' Association sells cold drinks on Castles and Palaces Day.
  • Visits to the interior are only possible as part of the guided tour.
  • The park is accessible from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and is open for picnics. Dogs are not allowed.
  • Haus Assen is located close to the Römer-Lippe-Route and the 100 Castles Route.

Address

  • House Assen
  • Assenweg 1
  • 59510 Lippetal-Lippborg

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