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Vischering Castle
It was thanks to a feud that the Prince-Bishop of Münster decided to have a castle built near Lüdinghausen in the summer of 1271. A stroke of luck for today's visitors. Hardly any other castle offers such beautiful and varied motifs and moods.
The fortified "Burg Vischering" fortress
On a foundation of piles, a defensive fortress with residential and farm buildings was built on separate islands in the middle of an extensive system of moats. The defiant round castle with drawbridge, embrasures and battlements formed the last defensive bastion of Vischering Castle. Its fantastic location makes Vischering Castle one of the most beautiful photo motifs in the Münsterland region.
Fire and reconstruction
The Droste zu Vischering received the castle as a fief from the Bishop of Münster. The castle became the ancestral seat of the Droste zu Vischering family. The castle served purely as a defensive structure until 1521. In the same year it burnt down and was rebuilt on the old foundations.
The reconstruction was carried out in the Renaissance style. Although the fortified character of the castle was preserved, the decoration of the rooms and the addition of a magnificent hall reflected the need for a better quality of life. Since that time, Vischering Castle has remained almost unchanged and, like no other Westphalian moated castle, conveys an impression of life in the late Middle Ages and the early modern period.
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Vischering Castle as a first-class excursion destination
Today, Vischering Castle is one of the best-known excursion destinations in Münsterland. The museum, which is well worth a visit, provides an insight into the way of life in times gone by and highlights the importance of the castles and palaces in Münsterland. Sophisticated techniques, vivid films and creative displays make for an outstanding experience during your tour of the museum. A tour along the moat opens up new perspectives on the castle through special features.
Cyclists can find their way to the castle on the 100 Castles Route. Together with Nordkirchen Castle and Westerwinkel Castle near Ascheberg, Vischering Castle forms an impressive triangle of castles.
Listening Journey | Vischering Castle
Dominik Olbrisch, cultural officer of the Coesfeld district, will tell you more about this magnificent building: from the history of its construction to the history of its current use, you will get to know our "portal" to the region of castles and palaces from a new perspective.
Münsterland moves | Vischering Castle
Map | Vischering Castle
Service & Offers
- child friendly
- Guided tours
- Gastronomy in the house
- 100 Castles Route
- Museum in the house
- Park at the house
- Dogs allowed
Vischering Castle
- Mondayclosed
- 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
Montags ist der Museumsshop im Torhaus geöffnet.
Vischering Castle
- Mondayganztägig
- Tuesdayganztägig
- Wednesdayganztägig
- Thursdayganztägig
- Fridayganztägig
- Saturdayganztägig
- Sundayganztägig
Entrance to outer bailey
- Adults:3,50 €
- Groups:2,50 €
- reduced:2,00 €
- Groups:1,00 €
- Children:0,00 €
- Youth:1,50 €
- families:5,00 €
- families:8,50 €
* Recipients of current benefits under the Social Security Codes II and XII, students (with the exception of "Study in Old Age"), trainees, volunteers, holders of a NRW honorary office card, people with a degree of disability of 80% or more (if necessary, accompanying person free on presentation of proof)
Prices combined ticket pre- and main castle
- Adults:7,50 €
- reduced:5,00 €
- Youth:3,50 €
- Children:0,00 €
- families:13,00 €
- families:20,00 €
- Groups:6,00 €
- Groups:2,50 €
Recipients of current benefits according to the Social Security Codes II and XII, students (with the exception of "study in old age"), trainees, people doing voluntary service, holders of a NRW honorary service card, people with a degree of disability of 80% or more (if necessary, accompanying person free with proof) are entitled to a discount.
Events at Vischering Castle
From Friday, 8 December, to Sunday, 10 December, Lüdinghausen Marketing invites you to the Advent market at the Felizitaskirche - with many stalls, a visit from St. Nicholas, a colourful music programme and the drawing of the winners of the Christmas raffle.
Markt 5
59348 Lüdinghausen
- Mondayclosed
- Tuesdayclosed
- Wednesdayclosed
- Thursdayclosed
- Friday14:00 Uhr bis 19:00 Uhr
- Saturday11:00 Uhr bis 20:00 Uhr
- Sunday11:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
- Eintritt frei: 0
The BurgArt in the Renaissance castle of Lüdinghausen traditionally takes place at the end of the year. In this pre-Christmas presentation, 8-10 artists from different areas of the visual arts (painting, sculpture, objects, etc.) and handicrafts (jewellery) offer their latest works for sale. These are exclusively originals, not mass-produced goods. Finding that special, individually artistic gift is the aim of this exhibition. Opening hours: Sat, Sun, public holiday 11-17 hrs; exhibition rooms KAKTuS in Lüdinghausen Castle.
Amthaus 14
59348 Lüdinghausen
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The show combines legendary Christmas songs such as "White Christmas", "Rudolph the red nosed reindeer" or "Last Christmas" with an exquisite 4-course menu.
Borg 26
59348 Lüdinghausen
- normal (inkl. 4-Gänge-Menü): 89.9
The BurgArt in the Renaissance castle of Lüdinghausen traditionally takes place at the end of the year. In this pre-Christmas presentation, 8-10 artists from different areas of the visual arts (painting, sculpture, objects, etc.) and handicrafts (jewellery) offer their latest works for sale. These are exclusively originals, not mass-produced goods. Finding that special, individually artistic gift is the aim of this exhibition. Opening hours: Sat, Sun, public holiday 11-17 hrs; exhibition rooms KAKTuS in Lüdinghausen Castle.
Amthaus 14
59348 Lüdinghausen
- Eintritt frei: 0
4 Tips for Vischering Castle
- There is a free car park directly at Vischering Castle. From here, you can not only visit the castles, but a footpath also leads into the old town of Lüdinghausen.
- The smell of fresh bread wafts across the castle courtyard. You should definitely not miss the bakehouse.
- Tradition does not have to be boring. The restaurant and café Naundrups Hof in the district of Seppenrade has been proving this for many decades with its selected regional specialities.
- Wonderful cycle paths lead you from Lüdinghausen to the lakes around Haltern am See. This is the perfect way to combine history and nature.
Places of interest around Vischering Castle
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A knight's armour makes children's eyes light up© unaufschiebbar
Burg Vischering is also a popular destination for families with children! No wonder! After all, there is so much on offer here for the little ones: Painting table in the castle cellar, playground in front of the house, knights' armour and much more. Jenny and Christian from the blog "unaufschiebbar" were here in summer with their little son and tell you on the MünsterlandBlog what they experienced. Insider tips included!
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!
Castles & Palaces Münsterland App© Münsterland e.V.
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Accessibility tested" label© Reisen für Alle
Burg Vischering and the associated buildings are certified with the "Accessibility Tested" mark of the Germany-wide "Travelling for All" labelling system. This means that detailed and verified information on accessibility is available for all groups of people. In addition, the quality criteria are partially or fully met for certain groups of people. Further information on accessibility in the museum shop and information station, in the event room or in the museum, in the outer castle and in the special exhibition rooms can be found on the website of the "Travel for All" initiative.
Münsterland Tourism Centre© Münsterland e.V./Fabian Riediger
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