Reinbek Castle

Reinbek Castle is a 16th century monument of national importance built in the Dutch Renaissance style. Its beautiful architecture with impressive rooms and precious painted wooden beam ceilings make it a very special place. It houses an exhibition on the history of the castle and the town, changing art exhibitions and a rich program of events. Weddings, conferences and receptions find a magnificent setting here. The castle is nestled in a park with large old trees by the idyllic mill pond and is the starting point for hiking and cycling tours in the Sachsenwald forest. The castle's restaurant with terrace overlooking the park is also a popular place to visit. The history of Reinbek Castle dates back to 1250, when a convent for Cistercian nuns was founded. It was burned down in 1534 and Duke Adolf I of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorf built the castle between 1572 and 1576. It was intended purely as a pleasure palace. In the 19th century, it was sold and converted into a hotel. In 1939, the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg acquired the castle and it was converted into the "Reich Institute for Foreign and Colonial Forestry". In 1972, the town of Reinbek and the district of Stormarn jointly purchased the entire site. Restoration of the castle began in 1977 and was completed in 1987. Representatives of the district and town developed a concept to breathe new life into the castle for the benefit of the population. In the architect Horst v. Bassewitz, an expert was found who restored the castle in an exemplary manner and at the same time made a lively cultural life possible. The listed park was redesigned. Today, Reinbek Castle is a lively venue that serves as a municipal cultural center. It is a place that offers touching and relaxing moments and is inviting for visitors.