Schloss Schönberg, Medieval château in Bad Brambach, Germany.
Description
Schloss Schönberg is a medieval château on Kapellenberg hill in Bad Brambach, Vogtland. The complex combines a central square tower with a three-story manor house displaying a five-axis facade, surrounded by additional service buildings and gardens.
History
The castle was first documented in 1261 when Albert von Schönberg established it as a moated fortress. Over centuries it developed into a significant regional estate before its expropriation in 1945.
Culture
The name Schloss Schönberg comes from the Middle High German word meaning 'beautiful', reflecting its scenic hilltop position. Visitors can still sense this connection when walking through the grounds and viewing the surrounding landscape.
Practical
The castle grounds are freely accessible from outside and invite leisurely walks through the gardens. The restaurant and café are located within the main building, and covered areas around the courtyard provide shelter during rainy weather.
Did you know?
The gardens contain an octagonal fountain basin from 1685 decorated with stone figures and the coat of arms of the Reitzenstein family. This fountain is one of the oldest surviving elements on the property, revealing the family's former prominence in the region.
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