Lustschloss Scharnhausen

Lustschloss Scharnhausen is a two-story Early Classical structure with carefully proportioned stonework and refined architectural lines. The front entrance features a portico supported by four Ionic columns beneath a triangular pediment bearing the inscription 'Carolus Otio', while the grounds contain a separate Amor Temple with twelve Ionic columns arranged in a classical circular pattern.

Duke Karl Eugen of Württemberg commissioned construction of the palace in 1784 as a private retreat for his future wife Franziska von Hohenheim. A century later the property transformed into an agricultural facility when King Wilhelm I established a horse breeding operation there in 1810.

The name reflects the village location where the palace stands as a reminder of princely leisure activities. Visitors can observe how the grounds were once designed for aristocratic enjoyment and contemplation.

The grounds are easily accessible and connected to a network of walking paths through the surrounding countryside. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear and allow time to explore both the main structure and the adjacent garden areas at a leisurely pace.

The horse breeding operation established by King Wilhelm I in 1810 eventually became the foundation for the well-known stud farm that exists in Weil today. This transformation shows how a princely retreat gradually evolved into an important center for regional horse breeding.

GPS coordinates: 48.71055,9.26015

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:21