Freistadt Castle, Medieval castle and museum in Freistadt, Austria.
Freistadt Castle is a medieval structure in the town of Freistadt with a striking tower that rises above the surrounding rooftops. The building houses multiple exhibition rooms across different levels, including a substantial collection of reverse glass paintings from the region.
The building arose in the late 1300s as an administrative seat under Habsburg rule and replaced earlier fortifications in the same location. It shaped the town's development as a significant center for governance.
The castle stands at the heart of Freistadt's identity and shows how residents connect with their local past through the exhibitions. The collections display the region's craft traditions, which continue to influence the way people work and create today.
The interior can be viewed if you plan ahead for opening times, which vary across weekdays and weekends. Getting around requires climbing stairs, though the pace is manageable and visits need not be rushed.
The entrance preserves a Gothic archway from medieval times that visitors see immediately upon arriving. Beside this gateway stands a former grain storage building that now serves a different purpose, showing how the grounds have been transformed over time.
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