Schloss Werneck

Schloss Werneck is a three-wing palace complex with symmetrical Baroque architecture, featuring a central building flanked by two projecting wings. The entire composition sits within formal garden spaces that frame the property.

Construction took place between 1733 and 1745 as a summer residence for Prince Bishop Friedrich Karl von Schönborn, designed by architect Balthasar Neumann. Its conversion to a hospital in the mid-1800s brought a fundamental change to how the building was used.

The palace was once a residence for princely power and remains surrounded by gardens that reflect different periods of European design traditions. Visitors can observe these contrasting styles across the grounds today.

The grounds currently house a hospital with psychiatric and orthopedic departments serving the region's medical needs. Visitors should note that access to certain areas may be restricted due to patient privacy and safety considerations.

When converted to a hospital in 1853, nearly all historical interiors were removed to accommodate medical functions, with only the palace chapel preserved. This means visitors encounter a building that appears grand on the outside but functions as a modern facility within.

Location: Werneck

Address: Balthasar-Neumann-Platz 1; Balthasar-Neumann-Straße

GPS coordinates: 49.98055,10.10111

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:41