Schloss Hollenegg, Medieval castle in Bad Schwanberg, Austria
Schloss Hollenegg is a castle complex in Bad Schwanberg that combines architectural elements from different periods: medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque. The rooms display stonework, courtyards with arcades, and grand halls developed over several centuries.
The first written mention comes from 1163 in records of Admont Abbey. The building underwent major changes until the Liechtenstein family acquired it in 1821.
The castle now hosts a cultural center that presents rotating exhibitions and invites artists for residency periods. Visitors can observe how historic rooms are repurposed for contemporary artistic projects.
The castle welcomes visitors from May through June with guided tours showcasing the elaborately decorated rooms. Guests should check ahead for tour dates and times, as opening is limited to specific periods.
The Great Hall features frescoes by Philipp Carl Laubmann from 1750 that create an optical illusion. On all four walls it appears as though there are open columns and balconies, even though everything is painted.
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