Adelebsen Castle

The early history of Adelebsen Castle is only sparsely documented. The village itself was mentioned as early as 990. A fortified house at this location appears in records from 1253, while the castle as such was first mentioned in 1295. During this period, the Lords of Wibbecke settled on the rock and later adopted the name “de Adelevessen.” The castle complex underwent several construction phases in the 14th century. In 1466, it was set on fire by the Bishop of Hildesheim and also suffered severe damage during the Thirty Years' War. Reconstruction began around 1650, and through additions, such as filling in the moat between the main and outer bailey, the complex transformed into a palace around 1740. Additions like the forester's house (1685), the rent office (1749), and a deep castle well followed.