Schloss Stolberg, Renaissance castle in Thuringer Wald, Germany
Schloss Stolberg is a three-winged complex positioned on a mountain spur between two valleys, featuring a round tower and a baroque gateway decorated with the family coat of arms. The layout combines Renaissance and baroque styles from different building periods into a cohesive structure.
The oldest sections date back to around 1200, while the defining Renaissance structures were built in the 16th century under architect Andreas Günther von Komotau. This building phase transformed the castle into the form seen today.
The castle carries the name of the noble Stolberg family, who shaped the region for generations through their presence here. Visitors can see how this family lived in rooms like the Red Hall, redesigned by the renowned architect Karl Friedrich Schinkel.
The castle sits on a mountain spur between two valleys and is reachable on foot, though climbing to reach it requires some effort. The Foundation for Monument Protection manages the site and regularly opens sections for visitors to explore.
A monument on the castle's external staircase honors Juliana zu Stolberg, born in 1506, whose descendants became the founders of multiple European royal families. Her lineage continues to shape the history of several nations today.
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