Marienburg Castle, Gothic Revival castle in Schulenburg, Germany
Marienburg Castle is a Gothic Revival residence in Schulenburg, Germany, constructed between 1858 and 1867. The structure rises 141 meters (463 feet) above sea level with intricate stonework, pointed arches and numerous towers shaping its architectural profile.
King George V of Hanover commissioned the castle between 1858 and 1867 as a birthday present for his wife Marie. The queen never lived in the residence due to the family's exile from the kingdom.
The Great Hall extends across two floors, displaying a portrait gallery and a collection of silver furniture dating from 1720. German carved bookshelves in the Queen's Library located in the southwest tower demonstrate the woodworking skill of nineteenth century craftsmen.
The castle remains closed until 2030 for extensive renovation work, with visitors able to reach the location through Nordstemmen train station. The residence sits outside the village center in an elevated position above the Leine valley.
The residence was originally designed as a private retreat for the queen, but political events prevented her arrival entirely. The silver furniture in the great hall came from an older residence and was transferred to the new structure.
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