Zerbst Castle, Baroque château in Zerbst, Germany
The castle consists of multiple wings with a central tower topped by a Baroque dome, showcasing Dutch architectural influence from the late 17th century.
Prince Charles William commissioned Dutch architect Cornelis Ryckwaert to design the castle, with construction beginning in 1681 and completion of the main building in 1696.
The castle served as the residence of Catherine the Great during her childhood before she became the Empress of Russia in the 18th century.
The remaining east wing of the castle stands as a testament to its former glory, with reconstruction efforts focused on preserving this historical structure.
The castle's riding school, built in 1724, functions as an event space and represents one of the few surviving original structures of the complex.
Location: Zerbst
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Address: Katharinenweg, 39261 Zerbst/Anhalt
GPS coordinates: 51.96294,12.08169
Latest update: May 13, 2025 16:23
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