Thursday, October 21, 2010

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Castle Broich in Mülheim an der Ruhr

Mülheim ad Ruhr Schloss Broich
Mülheim an der Ruhr its name from the mills. Since 1093 a charter of Mulenheim, ie from the home of the Mills said. Broich Castle is the oldest fort in sight.

It was built in 883rd The Vikings had captured at the time of Duisburg, where it spent the winter. For this reason, the fortress built in Mülheim Broich. The residents wanted to protect themselves against the Vikings. The Vikings moved to the winter, robbing and plundering the country. After the departure of the Vikings Broich was abandoned and dilapidated.

is still near the castle Styrum. Prior to the Ruhr industrial region was, it was a beautiful castle in it. The castle and castle Broich is close to downtown. Later it was by the nobles of Broich again and even expanded. It has no single architectural style, because over the centuries, always been on and rebuilt.

The walls of the castle from the first 883 are displayed on the site. The castle now belongs to the city of Mülheim. In the castle is an exhibition about the history of the castle. Once a year, here there is a medieval festival. Around the castle, everything is transformed into the Middle Ages. People in the former clothing live here in tents.

The former trades are shown and sold at the historic medieval market. The festival is usually over a few days. Knights games and tournaments are held here. The visitor gets an insight into the life of that time. He can see how time swords were forged.

on the market clothes, vessels, jewelry and much more are purchased, which were made by hand by hand. Throughout the castle grounds, visitors can walk and is always something new to discover. For children, this festival a unique experience.


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