(Amtsgarten) Official garden

Set beside the historic castle in Neustadt am Rübenberge, the Amtsgarten was created in 1750 as an elegant baroque garden. Even in winter, when a gentle layer of frost softens its contours, the garden retains its timeless grace. The historic green vault, the leafy hornbeam walk, and remnants of the old fortress – including the South Bastion, Erichstein and the casemates – evoke memories of a time when the design of Italian and Dutch bastion fortifications shaped the landscape. A stroll through the Amtsgarten on a crisp winter morning reveals a different kind of beauty. The baroque symmetry, now traced by pale sunlight and lingering mist, highlights the sculptural lines of its architecture. Quiet paths lead visitors through history and nature alike, each turn revealing a harmonious blend of elegance and stillness. Whether blanketed in snow or shining under a low winter sun, the garden offers a peaceful retreat for travellers seeking calm and reflection. Families, history enthusiasts, or those simply wishing to immerse themselves in the quiet charm of the season will find in the Amtsgarten a place of serenity and subtle splendour that endures far beyond the cold months.