Schelenburg

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The Schelenburg is a water castle in Schledehausen, municipality of Bissendorf, Lower Saxony. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°16'59"N, 8°13'35"E

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Lower SaxonyGermany

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Schelenburg – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Holter Burg, Schloss Ledenburg, Melle, Voxtrup.

5 miS
Forts and castles
Holter Burg
127 min walk • The Holter Burg is the oldest castle site in the municipality of Bissendorf near Osnabrück in the German state of Lower Saxony. It is the ruin of a hill castle. It was the third hill castle in Osnabrück Land along with the Iburg and the Wittekindsburg near Rulle.
3.4 miS
Forts and castles
Schloss Ledenburg
88 min walk • Schloss Ledenburg is a moated Schloss in Bissendorf-Nemden, Osnabrück district, Lower Saxony, Germany, which probably dates from the 15th century. Originally built with four wings, it was reduced to two wings during restoration after a fire in 1618. It belonged to many noble families.
7.2 miSE
City
Melle
185 min walk • One of the highlights of Melle is its rich history, which can be explored through its well-preserved architecture and landmarks. The historic Old Town is a delight to wander through, with its narrow cobblestone streets, half-timbered houses, and charming squares.
5.7 miW
Neighbourhood
Voxtrup, Osnabrück
147 min walk • Voxtrup is a district in the south-east of Osnabrück, Germany, with a population of roughly 7,000 residents. It is home to the Evangelical Margaretenkirche and the Catholic St. Antonius Kirche.
5.5 miNE
Locality
Bad Essen
139 min walk • One of the main attractions in Bad Essen is the beautiful Schloss Ippenburg, a historic castle surrounded by stunning gardens. The castle dates back to the 14th century and is a popular spot for visitors to explore the grounds, enjoy a leisurely stroll, and admire the...
3.9 miSW
Locality
Bissendorf
101 min walk • One of the highlights of Bissendorf is its historic architecture, with well-preserved buildings dating back to the medieval period. The town's charming streets are lined with traditional half-timbered houses and quaint cobblestone squares, creating a nostalgic...
5.5 miW
Neighbourhood
Schinkel-Ost, Osnabrück
140 min walk • Schinkel-Ost is a district of Osnabrück, Germany. It originally lay within the former boundaries of Schinkel, which was incorporated into Osnabrück in 1914. Schinkel-Ost is home to roughly 3,500 residents.