Schloss Wanghausen

Schloss Wanghausen is a four-story stone castle standing on the right bank of the Salzach River near the bridge connecting Burghausen and Ach. The building is topped with high gabled roofs and shapes the character of this section of the river valley.

The castle dates to 1180 under Herbordus de Ache but received its first written mention in 1280 in a literary work. This early reference shows the growing importance of the site in the medieval region.

The castle displays period features such as the octagonal capital supporting the ground floor vault and coffered ceilings above. These details speak to the craftsmanship and wealth of those who lived here.

The castle remains in private ownership and the interior is not open to visitors, but the rose garden is accessible to the public. The best views of the building can be enjoyed from the nearby bridge or riverbank.

A local theory connects the castle to the story of Kaspar Hauser, a mysterious youth from the 19th century whose origins long puzzled historians. However, no historical evidence supports this connection.