Bergedorf Castle is the only castle that survived in the city of Hamburg. It's quite an old landmark, because it begins with the story of the XII century. The castle is located in the old village called Bill, in the right part of town. According to historical data, Hamburg has long been considered a city of merchants, for this reason, these attributes are inherent aristocracy as majestic and magnificent castles and palaces, were alien to him.

Bergedorf Castle was quite a small water castle, which in the various documents referred to as "strong at home." His stylistic design differed little from similar structures in Germany at the time, but his improvement deserves special attention.

Castle had a fairly large size, it housed four wings, and around the building has been specially made double moat, complemented by a drawbridge. The presence of massive towers used previously as a protecting said that this was Bergedorf strength. Among the other buildings could be found and accommodations, as well as large stables and beautiful fountains. There are all conditions for a pleasant and peaceful life.

Over time, the Castle Bergedorf experienced various changes and modifications in the design, but the basic style is still preserved to this day. Today it houses a museum on the history of the city of Hamburg - a museum of the mountain village where visitors exhibitions telling about the culture of the region.

Bergedorf Castle is also a venue for classical music concerts taking place in the courtyard of this beautiful and majestic building. In recent years, many people here tend to the walls of the castle to marry, and those wishing to become every year more and more.