Tuckesburg

Tucked away on a small hill known as Weyhesche Hügel, the Tuckesburg whispers tales of a remarkable past. The Tuckesburg stands between Promenade, Himmelreichallee, and Hüfferstraße. It’s a unique building with a fascinating history connected to Hermann Landois. He built the Tuckesburg in 1892 as his residence. He lived there with his monkey, Lehmann. Landois, who called himself “Graf Tucks” within these walls, had a grand vision for the Tuckesburg and its surroundings. He envisioned a connection to the historical Tuckesburg, an old execution site. However, the original Tuckesburg was located elsewhere in Münster, between Coesfelder Tor and the former Judenschanze. It was demolished during the construction of the citadel in 1661. The current Tuckesburg’s hill may be the remains of a medieval motte. The Tuckesburg continued its journey through time, eventually being sold to the city of Münster in 1967. It was renovated and has served as a residential building ever since. The Tuckesburg even housed the painter, gallery owner, and children’s book author Antje Vogel and her husband from 1974 to 1986. From “Graf Tucks” and his monkey to renowned artists, the Tuckesburg has sheltered many intriguing lives.