Fuggerschloss Babenhausen, Royal palace and architectural heritage monument in Babenhausen, Germany.
Fuggerschloss Babenhausen is a palace building with two interior courtyards and consists of an older and a newer section. The southern front is marked by three gables, and the structure displays both medieval and later added elements.
The castle was built in 1237 as a fortress for the Counts Palatine of Tübingen. Between 1537 and 1541 it underwent major renovations in the Renaissance style.
The Fugger family were influential merchants, and the palace shows through its rooms how wealthy families lived during their time. You can see how spaces were furnished and what objects belonged to daily life.
The castle sits on easily accessible grounds with defined paths through the various areas. Visitors should plan adequate time to explore both the interior rooms and the outdoor spaces with the gardens.
The western area of the palace grounds contains a French-style zigzag garden and a square pavilion from the 18th century. These garden areas show a different design approach than the main building's architecture.
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