Schloss Rügland, Water castle in Rügland, Germany
Schloss Rügland is a castle complex with two distinct sections arranged in a horseshoe shape: the Old Castle features timber-framing in its upper level, while the New Castle displays a mansard roof characteristic of its era. The layout creates two separate building wings that together form the complete fortress complex.
The castle is first documented in 1137 when ownership rights were granted to Berta, widow of Gerunch von Wielandsheim. It subsequently became a fief of the St. Gumbert monastery in Ansbach and continued to develop under ecclesiastical influence.
The Chapel of St. Elisabeth occupies the ground floor of the Old Castle and functions as a Catholic parish church today. It shows how the castle has remained a spiritual center for the local community over time.
The castle can be reached by taking the A6 highway, exiting at Ansbach, and then following the B13 toward signs for Rügland. Plan your visit during quieter times when the grounds are less crowded and you can explore at a comfortable pace.
The New Castle was built in 1714 following designs by Karl Friedrich von Zocha and now houses a family museum. The museum presents exhibitions about local heritage that reveal stories connected to the broader region.
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