Sparrenberg Castle

Sparrenberg Castle, also known as the Sparrenburg (German: Burg und Festung Sparrenberg or Sparrenburg), is a restored fortress in the Bielefeld-Mitte district of Bielefeld, Germany. It is situated on the Sparrenberg hill (180 metres (590 ft) altitude) in the Teutoburg Forest and towers 60 metres (200 ft) above the city centre. Its current appearance mainly originated in the 16th and 19th century. The Hermannsweg, a long-distance hiking trail, passes through its grounds, directly in front of the castle. The Sparrenburg is considered to be the signature landmark of Bielefeld.