House Geist

The complex was first mentioned in writing in the 13th century, before undergoing a magnificent renovation in the style of Renaissance architecture in 1560. This made it the first moated castle to have a four-winged complex with corner towers and rich in typical brick façade decoration. In 1640, the estate came into the possession of the Jesuit order by will, which had the property remodelled with all kinds of Baroque finesse. But that's not all: through skilful management of the surrounding fields, the Jesuit order was also instrumental in the development of the "Geisterholz". In the first decades of the Federal Republic of Germany, the Federal Presidents organised hunts for the diplomatic corps in these woods.

Only the granary and the remains of the foundation walls and the gate still bear witness to the splendour of the building before its conversion. Many other construction measures were carried out under various owners, and the surrounding moats were filled in in the 19th century.