Dankwarderode Castle

Dankwarderode is a castle in central Brunswick situated on an island in the Oker River, displaying Romanesque masonry and a reconstructed residential tower from the 12th century. The structure is clearly visible from outside and houses exhibition rooms within.

The castle arose in the second half of the 12th century as the seat of Brunswick's dukes and was for a long time the center of ducal power in the city. When the ruling family later resided elsewhere, the complex fell into decline until it was revived in the 19th century.

The interior holds artwork and objects showing how the ruling family lived and governed during the Middle Ages and later periods. The rooms tell stories through their collections about the power and tastes of those who occupied the castle.

The location is easily reached on foot from the city center and is surrounded by public spaces that invite lingering. Visitors should check opening times in advance as these can vary by season.

A large medieval bronze lion stands in one of the rooms and is one of the oldest bronze sculptures north of the Alps. This artwork is often one of the first things visitors notice and sparks interest in the site's long history.

Location: Innenstadt

Inception: 1963

Architects: Ludwig Winter

Architectural style: Romanesque art

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Part of: Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:00

Website: http://3landesmuseen.de/Mittelalterausstellung-in-der-Burg-Dankw.1357.0.html

GPS coordinates: 52.26470,10.52420

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07