Schloss Karlsberg

Schloss Karlsberg is a 17th century castle in Sankt Veit an der Glan with four wings arranged around a central courtyard. The buildings display yellow facades characteristic of Carinthian architecture from that era.

Cardinal Johann Freiherr von Goëss bought the castle in 1687, starting a long period when the Goëss family owned it. The castle was built on the site of an earlier fortress called Burg Karlsberg, whose name it took.

The chapel inside is dedicated to Saint Charles Borromeo and was fitted out by Count Johann Anton Goëss in 1728. This space shows how important religious life was to the family who lived here.

The castle is privately owned, so visitors need permission to visit and must follow the owner's guidelines. Contact ahead before planning a visit to make sure access is possible.

The castle's name comes from Karl Rudolf Freiherr von Wangler, who was the original namesake of the earlier fortress that stood here. This shows how a place can keep the memory of past leaders even when the building itself is completely replaced.

Location: Sankt Veit an der Glan

GPS coordinates: 46.72662,14.30862

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:08