Kirkel Castle
Schloß bergstraß e 5, Kirkel, Germany
Description:
Kirkel Castle is a whole historical complex, including a historical museum, medieval sculptures, a workshop for blacksmithing and a sewing room.
The castle building itself was founded in the XI century, and passed into possession from one count to another. In 1635 the castle was severely damaged by fire. However, it was restored relatively quickly. But half a century later, the walls of Kirkel were damaged again, this time because of the Franco-Dutch war, which did not pass without a trace for the castle.
In the middle of the XX century, the castle was reconstructed again. And archaeological research on its territory allowed to restore the original form of the fortress in more detail.