Bentheim Castle
Bentheim Castle is one of the most beautiful excursion destinations in Münsterland. The mighty castle towers over Bad Bentheim in the very north of the region. The first mentions of the castle can be traced back to the year 1050. Various armed conflicts shaped the history of the castle in the following years. Around 1160, the castle walls, the tower of St Catherine's Church and the powder tower were built. Many areas still show the medieval face of the castle today.
A tour through history
A tour of Bentheim Castle should begin at the castle park. The view over the beautiful flowerbeds to the imposing castle is fascinating. From the sandstone museum, visitors reach the battery tower through a steep alley. Only a few metres further is the entrance to visit the upper castle. Unique views of the Münsterland, Bad Bentheim and the castle park reward you here.
View of the interior of Kronenburg Castle
In the Kronenburg, Bentheim Castle allows you to take a look inside. The knights' hall, a bedchamber and the library display various exhibits from the history of the castle and its inhabitants. Here you can experience history at first hand.
Map | Burg Bentheim
Service & Offers
- Museum in the house
- Dogs allowed
- 100 Castles Route
- Indoor
- Outdoor
- Park by the house
- Gastronomy in the house
Opening hours March till October
- Monday10:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
- Tuesday10:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
- Wednesday10:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
- Thursday10:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
- Friday10:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
- Saturday10:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
- Sunday10:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
- letzter Einlass ist um 17:15 Uhr
Bentheim Castle
- Monday10:00 Uhr bis 17:00 Uhr
- Tuesday10:00 Uhr bis 17:00 Uhr
- Wednesday10:00 Uhr bis 17:00 Uhr
- Thursday10:00 Uhr bis 17:00 Uhr
- Friday10:00 Uhr bis 17:00 Uhr
- Saturday10:00 Uhr bis 17:00 Uhr
- Sunday10:00 Uhr bis 17:00 Uhr
- letzter Einlass um 16:15 Uhr
- Die Burg ist geschlossen am 24.12. | 25.12. | 01.01.
Entrance fees Bentheim Castle
- normal, adults:6,50 €
- reduced, in conjunction with a guided tour of the castle:5,50 €
- reduced, groups from 15 persons:5,50 €
- reduced, youth (6-14) years:3,50 €
- Children, under 6 years:0,00 €
Prices for public tours
- normal, all:3,50 €
Price plus entrance fee to the castle
Duration of the tour: approx. 90 minutes
Dates throughout the year:
- Saturday: 14:00
- Sunday and public holiday: 11:00 a.m.
Additional dates from March to October
- Wednesday: 11:00 a.m.
- Saturday: 14:00 (Dutch)
Prices for group tours
- normal, group up to 25 persons:39,00 €
- Price per group plus entrance fee to the castle per person.
- Duration: approx. 90 minutes
- Dates: individually by arrangement
Places of interest around Bentheim Castle
As a highlight of the Münsterland castles and palaces region, I am open to all visitors and a real all-round experience. You are very welcome!
Münsterland Tourism Centre© Münsterland e.V./Fabian Riediger
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