Schlossmuseum, Quedlinburg

The Schlossmuseum sits in a Renaissance structure atop Schlossberg hill and displays regional artworks, old manuscripts, and objects from different eras across its many rooms. The building itself preserves elements from several construction phases that show different historical periods.

The site began as a royal palace under Henry I and later became an abbey foundation with its church, before taking on its present museum form. The building structure bears traces of these different uses throughout the centuries.

The rooms show how nobility lived here, with furniture and decorations from several centuries that reflect the daily life of former residents. The collections tell the story of this place's importance to the region and how living styles changed over time.

The museum sits on a hill in the town center and is easy to reach on foot, though stairs lead up to the entrance. The interior spreads across several levels, so visitors should expect steps and wear comfortable shoes.

The museum holds the Raubgrafenkasten, a small wooden cage where Count Albrecht II of Regenstein was held prisoner for many months. This unusual object comes from an era when captives were often kept in such improvised cells under harsh conditions.