Schlossberg

Schlossberg is a hill in Quedlinburg, Germany, with a castle complex and church that together form the center of the historic site. The stone and brick structures date from different periods and show how the complex was expanded and rebuilt over centuries.

Schlossberg was founded in the 10th century as a residence for King Henry I and served Saxon rulers of the Holy Roman Empire as an important seat of power. The complex was repeatedly modified and fortified in later centuries to reflect the shifting political control of the region.

The Collegiate Church of St. Servatii shapes the hilltop's appearance and draws those interested in religious artworks and medieval manuscripts. The site blends architecture and spiritual meaning in ways that influenced the town's daily life for centuries.

The site is reachable on foot from lower Quedlinburg by a gradual climb on paved paths. Visitors should note that some areas of the castle and church have limited access for those with mobility challenges.

The church treasury holds rare medieval manuscripts, including a renowned collection of Gospel texts that has been carefully protected over the centuries. Though not always open for viewing, these precious documents make the church one of the most important places in the region for studying medieval written culture.