Stables at the Wasserburg Gebhardshagen
Around 1186, the castle was referred to as *castro, quod appellatur Haghen* (a castle called Hagen). Located on the important military and trade route between Minden and Halberstadt, the castle became the ancestral seat of the von Hagen family by around 1280, though little further information about them has survived. The castle’s walls and moats served to defend against enemy raids and sieges, which were quite common in this area at the time. The castle’s name dates back to Knight Gebhard von Borgfeld, who took over the castle from the Dukes of Wolfenbüttel in 1280.
Currently, a newly built sports hall on the grounds is used for tournaments and competitions of all kinds. Cultural events take place in the converted horse stable. Rooms in the old manor house have also been refurbished and are very popular for readings, conferences, and even as a wedding venue. Festivals such as the Medieval Festival during summer vacation and the Christmas market on the first weekend of Advent have become regular events in the castle’s inner courtyard.
Good to know
Openings
- The castle grounds are open to the public at all times. The event spaces themselves are open only during organized festivals and events. Please contact the registry office for dates of civil wedding ceremonies. https://traukalender.salzgitter.de/traukalender/ The Friends of the Castle Association office is available to assist with room rentals and other arrangements.
Eligibility
Suitable for any weather
for Groups
for Class
for individual guests
for Children of all Ages
Suitable for Pushchair
Foreign Language
- German
Other Furnishing/Equipment
Toilet
Baby Change
Handicapped accessible WC
Barrier-free access
Directions & Parking facilities
- Parken
Free parking is available in the courtyard. During large events, visitors must find parking on the street in the surrounding residential area. On the street "Vor der Burg," there are two parking spaces for electric cars with a paid charging station.
Öffentliche Verkehrsmittel
The nearest bus stop is Gebhardshagen SÜD, served by KVG bus routes 603, 607, 612, 613, 615, and 628. Author
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