Overview

• Fire was reported around midday on July 8 and spread across a concrete pad beside the stables and riding hall.
• The blaze destroyed a shelter, multiple hay bales and a manure heap before crews contained it.
• Sixty firefighters prevented flames from reaching the stables and riding arena, and all horses were evacuated safely with no injuries.
• Officials have not yet determined the total extent of the damage and continue to investigate potential causes.
• Gut Rothensande gained fame as a 1950s ‘Immenhof’ film location and now operates as a hotel and equestrian centre.