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Lüdinghausen Castle
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Lüdinghausen Castle

Lüdinghausen Castle

In the "town of water castles" of Lüdinghausen, it is considered the oldest: Lüdinghausen Castle. Surrounded by a magnificent park, which once formed the castle's fortification system, it lies in the heart of the town, right next to the town hall, and is today known as the "castle of the citizens", especially by the people of Lüdinghausen.

Typical Renaissance castle

Built in the 12th century by members of the von Lüdinghausen dynasty, the castle later came into the possession of the Bishop of Münster or the cathedral chapter. In the second half of the 16th century, Canon Gottfried von Raesfeld rebuilt the complex into a typical Renaissance castle - with elaborately decorated window gables and a magnificent coat of arms plaque in the inner courtyard of the castle complex. In the 19th century, the castle initially passed into the hands of the Prussians before becoming private property.

Lüdinghausen Castle was put to a special change of use on 20 October 1869: the new school for farmers - the "Theoretische Ackerbauschule" (Theoretical Farming School) - opened in the castle, which was popularly known as the "Bauernuniversität" (Farmers' University). This legacy is still commemorated today by the portrait of Baron Burghard von Schorlemer-Alt in the castle's ballroom. In 1879, the town of Lüdinghausen bought the castle and gradually restored it.

Concerts and art exhibitions

Today, the rooms of Lüdinghausen Castle are available as a socio-cultural centre for very different purposes, including cultural events such as concerts and art exhibitions. A walk around the moat and through the nearby Parc de Taverny is highly recommended.

Did you know ...

The Lüdinghausen Pannero The Lüdinghausen Pannero
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A cardinal and the culinary arts

As the Pope's envoy, Cardinal Fabio Chigi took part in the negotiations for the Peace of Westphalia in 1648. On his way through, he stopped off in Lüdinghausen. The noble guest with a spoilt Italian palate was served a typical Lüdinghausen speciality: Pfefferpotthast. The envoy was not impressed. When he returned to Lüdinghausen after the negotiations and was again served the hated pumpernickel, the Sienese was furious. He is said to have shouted that he would not serve this food to peasants or beggars. To make up for this, the Ricordo wine house developed the "Pannero" with some delay. A "Panforte" (sweet Italian pastry), which tastes good even to the most spoilt palate and is supposed to reconcile with the pumpernickel afterwards. A bust of Chigi near the castle commemorates the famous guest. You should definitely try the Pfefferpotthast and Pannero!

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Lüdinghausen Castle

Öffnungszeiten vom 01.04. to 30.09.
  • Monday
    closed
  • Tuesday
    closed
  • Wednesday
    14:00 Uhr bis 17:00 Uhr
  • Thursday
    14:00 Uhr bis 17:00 Uhr
  • Friday
    14:00 Uhr bis 17:00 Uhr
  • Saturday
    14:00 Uhr bis 17:00 Uhr
  • Sunday
    11:00 Uhr bis 17:00 Uhr

Eine Außenbesichtigung ist auch außerhalb der Öffnungszeiten möglich.

Admission

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    0,00 €

Once a month from April to October, the Friends of the Castle offer a free guided tour of the castle at 3 pm.

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Events at Lüdinghausen Castle

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Exhibition: MIND and MOTION
04.02.2024, 17:00 26.05.2024, 17:00
Vischering Castle, Lüdinghausen
Organiser: Kreis Coesfeld
Exhibition
Art

At first glance, the German artist duo Isa Dahl & Daniel Wagenblast work could not be more different at first glance. Isa Dahl's (1965) works captivate with their colourful and undulating pictorial spaces, in which they express the gestural verve she expresses the sensuality of painting itself and at the same time opens up spaces of thought. Daniel Wagenblast's (1963) sculptures are linked to figuration and can be found in public spaces. and can be found in public spaces. They turn the relationship between man and object upside down. Critically and with confrontational humour he scrutinises our dependence on material things in the world and and makes us look for new perspectives and opportunities for change. and possibilities for change.

In a fascinating way, the exhibition places different approaches and approaches and techniques in an artistic dialogue.

From the "Dialogues 2024" series.

The district of Coesfeld cordially invites you to the opening of the exhibition on Sunday, 4 February at 5 pm.

On 17 March and 28 April at 3 p.m. there will be public tours with the art historian guided tours with the art historian and gallery owner Dr Gabriele Hovestadt will take place. Cost: €4 plus admission to the museum. Please register at 02591-7990-0 or kultur@kreis-coesfeld.de is requested.

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04.02.2024, 17:00 26.05.2024, 17:00
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28
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Weekly market
28.03.2024, 08:00 28.03.2024, 12:30
Lüdinghausen, Lüdinghausen
Organiser: Lüdinghausen Marketing e.V.
Market

Tuesdays and Fridays is the weekly market in Lüdinghausen, always from 8 am to 1 pm on the market square. Fresh fruit and vegetables, fish, meat, bread, flowers... There is a wide range on offer.

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28.03.2024, 08:00 28.03.2024, 12:30
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Mar
30
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Exhibition: Return of the Ark
30.03.2024, 11:00 30.03.2024, 17:00
Lüdinghausen Castle, Lüdinghausen
Exhibition

The art team at KAKTuS is dedicating the first exhibition of 2024 to the renowned painter Bernd Pöppelmann. He is one of the best international artists specialising in the lifelike depiction of animals in their natural environment. However, Pöppelmann is not only a master at depicting the finest details - he also wants to convey a message. A message that refers to the often problematic relationship between man and endangered nature, technical progress and ecology.

The vernissage will take place on 17 March at 12 noon in the KAKTuS rooms of Lüdinghausen Castle. Dr Jörg Bockow will give an introduction. The musical accompaniment will be provided by Birgit Kramanzyk on the flute. The artist will be present.

The exhibition is open from 17 March to 20 May 2024 on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays with free admission from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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30.03.2024, 11:00 30.03.2024, 17:00
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Mar
31
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Exhibition: Return of the Ark
31.03.2024, 11:00 31.03.2024, 17:00
Lüdinghausen Castle, Lüdinghausen
Exhibition

The art team at KAKTuS is dedicating the first exhibition of 2024 to the renowned painter Bernd Pöppelmann. He is one of the best international artists specialising in the lifelike depiction of animals in their natural environment. However, Pöppelmann is not only a master at depicting the finest details - he also wants to convey a message. A message that refers to the often problematic relationship between man and endangered nature, technical progress and ecology.

The vernissage will take place on 17 March at 12 noon in the KAKTuS rooms of Lüdinghausen Castle. Dr Jörg Bockow will give an introduction. The musical accompaniment will be provided by Birgit Kramanzyk on the flute. The artist will be present.

The exhibition is open from 17 March to 20 May 2024 on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays with free admission from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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31.03.2024, 11:00 31.03.2024, 17:00
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Mar
31
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Easter bonfire in Lüdinghausen
31.03.2024, 19:00 31.03.2024, ca.21:00
Lüdinghausen, Lüdinghausen
Party

The Lüdinghausen local history association invites you to the Easter bonfire on the south meadow on Easter Sunday, 31 March at 7 pm.

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31.03.2024, 19:00 31.03.2024, ca.21:00
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Places of interest around Lüdinghausen Castle

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The evening market at Lüdinghausen Castle The evening market at Lüdinghausen Castle
© Stephanie Hainke
We tested the evening market at the castle for you

From April to October, the evening market is held in the courtyard of Lüdinghausen Castle on the 2nd and 4th Friday of every month from 4 to 8 pm. Here you can expect delicious snacks, French specialities and a selection of drinks. In addition, the "Friends of Lüdinghausen Castle" have a wealth of information ready and offer interested guests insights behind the centuries-old facades. Guest blogger Stephanie Hainke reveals what a visit to the evening market can look like on our MünsterlandBlog.

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