Schloss Volkersheim, 18th-century castle in Bockenem, Germany.
Schloss Volkersheim is an 18th-century castle in Bockenem featuring a central building with two wings arranged in a symmetrical layout around a courtyard. Three ponds in the eastern park provide water elements and landscape definition to the property.
The castle was built in 1775 for the von Cramm family and has shaped the Bockenem landscape ever since. A fire in 1826 destroyed one wing and several service buildings, but the estate was later rebuilt.
The main entrance displays the von Cramm family coat of arms, reflecting the influence of this noble family in the region. The castle's name connects to the historical place of Volkersheim and its local community.
The castle now functions as a German Red Cross senior residence and is not open for regular visits inside. The grounds and parks can be viewed from outside, providing a good impression of the historical architecture and layout.
The castle once had its own brewery that produced beer until 1885, supporting self-sufficiency on the estate. This artisanal tradition is no longer visible today but represents an interesting chapter in the property's economic history.
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