Crossen Palace

Crossen Palace is a Baroque manor house set on a hillside in the White Elster valley, designed with Italian-style decorative elements throughout its interior. The building contains a grand ballroom and large reception spaces that showcase the architectural details typical of the period.

The manor was built during the Baroque period as a regional estate along the Elster valley. In 2007, Irish investors purchased the property from the state of Thuringia, marking a significant change in its ownership and stewardship.

The interior displays Italian trompe-l'oeil paintings that reflect the artistic exchange between Italy and Central Europe during the Baroque period. These decorations show the artistic tastes and European connections of that era.

The palace is located in the region between Gera and Zeitz along the White Elster and remains closed to public entry. Visitors can observe the exterior and appreciate the Baroque design and its position within the valley landscape.

The building stood vacant for an extended period while maintaining its original Baroque architecture and structural integrity. This long vacancy helped preserve the interior spaces and their Italian decorative elements in their original state.

Location: Crossen an der Elster

Address: Schloßberg 3, 07613 Crossen an der Elster

GPS coordinates: 50.97806,11.97514

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:00