Bensberg Old Castle
Altes Schloss Bensberg
Parking available
This strange building looks like a medieval fortress crashed into a 1960s Brutalist office block.

๐Ÿ“œ Medieval fortress converted into a Brutalist town hall by architect Gottfried Bรถhm.
Dominates the German town of Bensberg, blending 12th-century origins with 1960s additions.

Why Go

๐Ÿฐ Unique blend of medieval fortress and 1960s Brutalist architecture
๐Ÿšถ Explore the public castle courtyard
๐ŸŽถ Potential to attend concerts and events
๐Ÿ” See the controversial design by Pritzker Prize winner Gottfried Bรถhm

Why Avoid

๐Ÿข Still a place of work, not a typical tourist attraction
๐Ÿšง Controversial design may not appeal to all visitors

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Parking

Small car park available to the rear of the Old Castle.

Tips

๐Ÿš† Reachable by SB40 train from Cologne Main Station.

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