Schwarzenberg Castle, Medieval castle and museum in Schwarzenberg, Germany.
Schwarzenberg Castle is a castle featuring a tall keep, south wing, and office building, positioned on elevated ground within the Erzgebirgskreis district in Saxony. The complex contains multiple structures that reflect different periods and together form an intricate architectural grouping.
The structure began as a 12th-century fort and was transformed into a hunting lodge for the Electorate of Saxony through renovations between 1555 and 1558. These rebuilding campaigns established the foundation for the castle's present form.
The museum displays collections about regional iron and tin production, showing how these industries shaped the area over time. Visitors can see objects that reveal the craft traditions that defined the region for centuries.
The castle museum remains open throughout the year and offers exhibition spaces along with guided tours managed by kul(T)our-Betrieb des Erzgebirgskreises. Visitors should expect paths on elevated ground and can ask the on-site team if they need information about accessibility.
In 1851 the castle underwent major changes when builders raised the height of the keep and south wing, altering its medieval appearance significantly. These dramatic alterations show how much the building was adapted to suit the tastes of that era.
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