Schloss Hovestadt

Castle Lippetal, North-Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

What to expect

Schloss Hovestadt is a moated castle located in the valley of the River Lippe, with a magnificent baroque park. The castle was built between 1563 and 1572 and features a castle chapel and an 18th-century baroque garden. The garden is divided into several sections, including Castle Island, Garden Island, Heckentheater, and Sternbuch, each with its own unique charm. The Heckentheater, a rare example of a Westphalian hedge theater, is a notable attraction. The castle park is open to the public and offers a beautiful setting for a family visit

Plan your family visit to the Schloss Hovestadt with these blog insights 👇

Römer Lippe Route bike tour with children from Paderborn to Hamm

This family's experience:

Activities: We passed by Schloss Hovestadt. Although entry was not allowed, we enjoyed the view from the park, which is part of the European Garden Network

Highlights: The park offered a beautiful view, and the kids were impressed by the castle grounds ✨