Remeringhausen Estate

As magnificent a sight now as it was then

On the romantic estate surrounded by a moat – it includes a charming courtyard, framed by a little castle, manor house, gatehouse, horse stable and large barn – you can celebrate, hold meetings or go for a stroll. And also walk in the footsteps of the estate’s eventful history. The complex has been in the same family for at least 22 generations. In 1565, together with another estate, it passed into the possession of Börries von Münchhausen, hereditary lord of Apelern and Lauenau. Since then, the estate has undergone several extensions but has always retained its original character thanks to measures taken to build true to the original appearance. Enchanting are the red and brown roof shingles, the thick walls, stone on stone, the mullioned windows, the traditional timber-framed facades, the dormers, the oriel turret.

Modern event location with a special flair

Around 1600 the former farmhouse gave way to a castle in the Weser Renaissance style. The little castle is still preserved as a component of the estate. In 1998, the owners had the manor park restored according to plans from 1804. A hill with a table and benches made of sandstone, a lime tree more than 500 years old and aged tall chestnut trees make the grounds special. The garden festivals at Gut Remeringhausen are known far beyond the city limits. In 2014, the park grew to its current 60,000 square meters. Three years later, estate owners Nicolaus and Tania von Schöning completed the latest highlight to date: A former sheep barn – built according to historical specifications – was transformed into a state-of-the-art event location for up to 300 people, authentically blending in with the rest of the setting thanks to traditional timber framing. The Garden Hall comprises a 220-square-meter main room, a 110-square-meter conservatory with a terrace out front, and a circular garden including a small lake just a short walk away.

A romantic setting with attractive opportunities

As for the setting: The manor fits perfectly into its surroundings. In Stadthagen, with its ramparts, tourists discover devotedly restored timber-framed houses, a pretty old town, and sights such as the castle built in 1534 and the mausoleum of Prince Ernst zu Schaumburg. Active individuals will especially appreciate the cycling and hiking routes that wind through the Schaumburg region. There is even a pilgrimage trail: Loccum-Volkenroda. The very varied area between the German low mountain ranges and the North German Plain, which covers about 475 square kilometres is, for many, one of the most beautiful in Lower Saxony.

Photos © Diana Frohmüller