Schönfeld Castle

Schönfeld Castle is a Renaissance fortress in Dresden surrounded by a stone wall and a castle pond on three sides of the property. The complex stands next to a church and displays the characteristic architecture of a fortified noble residence from the 16th century.

The site began as a fortified water castle in the 11th century and received its present form under court architect Hans von Dehn-Rothfelser starting in 1543. The transformation into Renaissance style made it a modern residence for the noble family.

The rooms inside feature wooden ceilings decorated with coat-of-arms emblems and vine motifs, while the halls preserve plaster work from the 18th century and painted walls from Renaissance times. This decoration reflects the tastes of the noble families who lived here.

The site is open between April and October on weekends and holidays, with hours from 13:00 to 17:00 in summer and until 16:00 in winter. Visitors should note that access varies depending on the season.

The castle houses an exhibition on magic and regularly hosts magic performances for visitors. This unusual use gives the historical site a playful and entertaining dimension.