Schloss Reitenau, Medieval castle in Grafendorf bei Hartberg, Austria.
Schloss Reitenau is a fortified castle with a courtyard surrounded by arcades, a chapel, and defensive walls in Grafendorf bei Hartberg. The structures create an enclosed residence that sits above the surrounding landscape on elevated ground.
The castle developed in the 14th century as a water castle built on the site of an earlier estate from 1160. Ownership shifted over time as different families took control of the structure and its surrounding lands.
The chapel inside the courtyard serves as a venue where couples marry and families gather for celebrations in the Styrian region. The space has become a gathering place for personal milestones and community events.
The castle is privately owned and not open to the public without prior arrangement. Visitors interested in viewing the property or hosting events should contact the current owners directly to discuss possibilities.
Over centuries, the estate was repeatedly divided among heirs, leaving only the gate and moat as shared property by 1563. These divisions reveal how family inheritance affected the physical structure and use of the castle.
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