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Burg und Festung Sparrenberg
Germany's northernmost preserved spur castle
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Perched atop the 180-meter-high Sparrenberg in the Teutoburg Forest, the Sparrenberg Castle and Fortress offers a commanding view over the nearby city center of Bielefeld. Founded in 1250, it has evolved into a significant architectural heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia. Its current appearance largely reflects the 16th and 19th centuries, making it a striking emblem of the city.
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The Sparrenberg rises about 60 meters above the city center.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1250
- Height
- 4 m
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Wheelchair Access
- Partially accessible
- Website
- bielefeld.jetzt/sparrenburg
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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Location
Nearby
NaMu - Naturkunde-Museum
301 m away
Skulpturenpark der Kunsthalle Bielefeld
430 m away
Neustädter Marienkirche
323 m away
Historische Sammlung Bethel
285 m away
Deutsches Fächermuseum
504 m away
Zionskirche
364 m away
Winzerscher Garten
503 m away
Archäo Welle
580 m away