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Schloss Rimburg, Übach-Palenberg

Schloss Rimburg

Rimburg Castle

Übach-Palenberg

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Übach-Palenberg

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Schloss Rimburg stands in Übach-Palenberg (Kreis Heinsberg), in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Schloss Rimburg is a moated castle standing right on the border between Germany and the Netherlands, with the Wurm river forming the frontier beneath its walls. Its origins trace back to a medieval stronghold first recorded in 1276, later reshaped over the centuries and given a Baroque facade at the end of the 19th century. The complex combines an L-shaped outer bailey with the main castle building, separated by a wide moat. The estate is privately owned and not open to visitors.

What to know

  • The castle is privately owned and cannot be visited.
  • It can be seen from the surrounding area, with the Wurm river marking the border with the Netherlands right in front of it.
  • The site is listed as a Baudenkmal in North Rhine-Westphalia.
  • There are no public opening hours, admission fees, or interior access.

Where this château is

Übach-Palenberg · Kreis Heinsberg · Nordrhein-Westfalen

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Address

Schloß Rimburg 3, 52531 Übach-Palenberg

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Heritage status
Baudenkmal in Nordrhein-Westfalen

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Frequently asked

Can you visit Schloss Rimburg?
No, the castle is privately owned and its interior is not open to the public.
Where is Schloss Rimburg located?
It stands in Übach-Palenberg, in the Kreis Heinsberg, in North Rhine-Westphalia, right on the border with the Netherlands.
How old is Schloss Rimburg?
A first lord of the estate is documented in 1276, though the building seen today results from reconstructions and alterations continuing into the late 19th century.
Can the castle be seen from outside?
Yes, it can be viewed from the surrounding area, with the Wurm river flowing right in front of it.

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