Schloss Oberau

Schloss Oberau is a Renaissance structure with distinctive Nordic gables and a neo-Gothic stair tower on the northern side. The building contains painted wooden ceilings in various rooms and sits within what was once a defensive moat system.

Construction began in 1550 under Ernst von Miltitz on the site of an earlier 13th-century defensive tower. The structure underwent several modifications, with major expansions occurring in the late 1800s.

The name reflects its hilltop location in Oberau, and today it serves as a venue for regional cultural gatherings. Visitors can explore rooms that still convey the feeling of an inhabited residence rather than a museum.

The castle is located in Niederau municipality near Meissen and is accessible by regional roads. Since it hosts events and exchange programs, visitors should check in advance whether the grounds are open for visiting.

The castle was originally a true water fortress with a complex moat system that completely surrounded the residential buildings. This defensive arrangement is still partially visible today, revealing the military importance of the site during the Renaissance period.

Location: Niederau

Architectural style: Renaissance architecture

GPS coordinates: 51.18490,13.55440

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:06