Schloss Petronell, Baroque castle in Petronell-Carnuntum, Austria.
Schloss Petronell is a four-winged Baroque complex on the edge of Petronell-Carnuntum with early Baroque architectural elements and symmetrical facade designs. The building features interconnected wings arranged around a central courtyard.
The castle was built from 1660 to 1667 by architect Dominico Carlone for the Abensperg-Traun family. The family retained ownership over seventeen generations until 2006, making it one of the region's longest-held estates.
The castle sits near the ancient Roman site of Carnuntum, connecting it to the area's layered history and regional identity. This position has linked the property to local heritage and archaeological significance for generations.
The castle is currently undergoing extensive renovation and conversion into a luxury hotel, with no public access to the interior or grounds at this time. Visitors can view the exterior architecture and explore the location adjacent to the ancient Roman site.
The castle stands near the Roman amphitheater of Carnuntum, which hosts the annual Art Carnuntum Theatre Festival with classical performances. This connection to the ancient world makes the location a meeting point between Baroque architecture and archaeological history.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
