Schloss Rauischholzhausen

Schloss Rauischholzhausen is a manor house with multiple wings and half-timbered sections set within a 32-hectare landscape garden. The building complex is surrounded by carefully maintained grounds that frame the entire estate.

An original moated castle once stood on this site until Ferdinand Eduard Stumm acquired the property in 1873 and demolished it. Between 1871 and 1876, he commissioned the construction of a new castle to replace the former structure entirely.

The castle represents the wealth and power of the Stumm family, who built it as a symbol of their industrial success. Its construction was part of a competition among wealthy families to display their prosperity through grand residences.

The estate now operates as a conference center for the University of Giessen, which means visits are typically limited to organized events. It is best to check ahead about access to the gardens or buildings before planning your visit.

The park was designed by Heinrich Siesmayer, the same landscape architect who created Frankfurt's Palmengarten, a notable connection to a more famous garden project. The layout bears his signature style with a blend of natural forms and purposefully planned pathways.

Location: Ebsdorfergrund

GPS coordinates: 50.75610,8.88139

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:40