Richthof, Billerbeck

The Richthof is a single-story, four-winged building with ashlar plastering in Billerbeck, built in 1820. Located on Mühlenstraße and surrounded by a moat, the building is the successor to a much older complex. In place of the prince-bishop's official court, which was first mentioned in 1217, a castle was built here in 1445. When Billerbeck received its town charter, it was given a town magistrate. Thus, in the course of time, the name "Richthof" became established for the Biscopinghof. Remains of the tower and cellar vaults have been preserved from the castle.