Hülshoff Castle
Hülshoff Castle near Havixbeck is one of the most popular destinations in Münsterland. When you visit, you are greeted by the extensive park. Well-tended flowerbeds alternate with spacious lawns. The castle soon attracts everyone's attention. Picturesquely surrounded by expanses of water, Hülshoff Castle is an imposing sight without being bulky.
One castle - many perspectives
It's worthwhile to walk around the castle on the paths that have been laid out. Ever new perspectives reveal the full beauty of the historic building. Finally, you reach the inner courtyard of the castle, which leads to the Droste Museum and the castle restaurant. The museum not only describes the life of Annette von Droste-Hülshoff, but also gives an insight into the aristocratic life of the time.
The restaurant in the castle's vaulted cellar is open daily from April to November. In good weather, you can also relax and enjoy the culinary offerings in the inner courtyard.
Let yourself be inspired
A Castle in Transition - The Center for Literature
As the birthplace of Annette von Droste-Hülshoff, literature has always played a special role. With the Center for Literature, the castle will in future become a centre for research and further development of literature, focusing on dialogue with other arts. The exciting projects will become visible in numerous events and make Hülshoff Castle a cultural jewel in Münsterland.
Hülshoff Castle is a typical Westphalian moated castle, which is mentioned in documents as early as the 11th century as the Oberhof ,,Zum Hülshof". In 1417, the ancestors of the poet acquired the knight's seat. The manor house was built under Heinrich I von Droste zu Hülshoff between 1540 and 1545 and is today the oldest part of the castle.
To this day, it presents itself as a closed Renaissance complex whose high three-tiered gables are unadorned. The interior of the manor house was rebuilt at the end of the 18th century. In the 19th century, the last major alteration was the addition of the castle chapel in neo-Gothic style.
Hülshoff Castle is directly connected to the Münsterland cycle path network and can be easily reached via the north and south routes of the 100 Castles Route.
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Service & Offers
- Guided tours
- for groups
- Gastronomy in the house
- Museum in the house
- 100 Castles Route
- Park by the house
- Indoor
- Outdoor
Hülshoff Castle
- Mondayclosed
- Tuesdayclosed
- Wednesday11:00 Uhr bis 18:30 Uhr
- Thursday11:00 Uhr bis 18:30 Uhr
- Friday11:00 Uhr bis 18:30 Uhr
- Saturday11:00 Uhr bis 18:30 Uhr
- Sunday11:00 Uhr bis 18:30 Uhr
Der Park ist zusätzlich Montag und Dienstag von 10 bis 17 Uhr geöffnet.
Entrance fees Droste-Museum
- Adults:7,00 €
- reduced:4,50 €
- Free admission:0,00 €
- Groups:5,50 €
- The admission price includes the audio guide/video guide in DGS
- * and accompanying persons of people with disabilities
Events at Hülshoff Castle
4 Tips for Hülshoff Castle
- Hülshoff Castle is the perfect stopover for a cycling tour on the 100-Castles Route.
- In fine weather, the restaurant in the castle's inner courtyard is a tempting place to visit.
- The Haus Rüschhaus can be reached quickly by car or bicycle. There is a car park right next to the castle.
- In the park, you will find dreamy spots for your picnic with fantastic views of the historic building
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Events at the Droste-Museum Hülshoff
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!
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