Old Bishop's Palace in Wittstock/Dosse, Medieval castle and heritage monument in Wittstock/Dosse, Germany.
Description
The Old Bishop's Palace is a red brick castle with Gothic features, tall towers, and thick walls in Wittstock/Dosse. The masonry displays elaborate stonework typical of medieval construction in this region.
History
The castle was built in 1244 to serve as a residence for the bishops of Havelberg. Over the centuries it became an important administrative center in the Brandenburg region.
Culture
The palace reveals how the church wielded power during the Middle Ages through religious artworks and sacred objects displayed in its rooms. Visitors today can see traces of this ecclesiastical authority in the collections and furnishings throughout the building.
Practical
The castle is open to visitors from April to October, Tuesday through Sunday, with guided tours available in several languages. Information panels guide visitors through the rooms and explain the site's history.
Did you know?
Inside the castle are preserved medieval heating systems that show how technically advanced building technology was in the 13th century. These systems were carefully built into the walls and some still function in parts today.
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