Schloss Donaueschingen

Schloss Donaueschingen is a Baroque palace built in French style, with rooms furnished with pieces and decorations spanning multiple historical periods. The interior spaces display a rich collection ranging from Renaissance to Empire furnishings that visitors can explore during guided tours.

The Fürstenberg family took control of the original structure on the site in 1488, with the current palace constructed between 1715 and 1723 under Prince Joseph Wilhelm Ernst. Its construction occurred as the region became a center of influence and cultural activity in the southwestern Black Forest area.

The palace served as a gathering place for musicians and artists invited by the Fürstenberg family over the centuries. These visits shaped the local arts scene and established the location as a notable center for cultural exchange.

The palace is accessible only by guided tour, which takes visitors through the interior spaces and collections. It is best to check beforehand as opening hours vary seasonally and tours operate with groups at set times.

The palace grounds contain the source of the Danube River at an unremarkable spot in the northwestern area of the park. Many visitors walk past it without realizing that one of Europe's major rivers begins its journey at this location.

Location: Donaueschingen

GPS coordinates: 47.95219,8.50308

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:41