Blankenstein Castle

From 1637, the castle fell into disrepair so that, in September 1662, Frederick William, Elector of Brandenburg ordered its demolition.

In 1860, the owner of the ruin, the employer, Gustav vom Stein, began to rebuild the castle and established a factory there.

The property has belonged to the city of Bochum since 1922,[1] but the town is looking for an alternative due to the costs.

The tower can still be visited and offers a good view over Bochum and the Kemnader Lake.

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