Schloss, Water castle in Weißdorf, Germany
Schloss is a water castle in Weißdorf that stands on a foundation surrounded by moats and rises three stories high. The complex includes residential quarters and outbuildings arranged around a central courtyard.
The castle first appears in written records in 1364 under the von Sparneck family, who held control of the surrounding territory. Over the centuries, the fortress evolved into a baroque country residence for the nobility.
The transformation from a defensive fortress to a baroque country residence reflects the changing architectural preferences of Bavarian nobility through centuries.
The castle remains private property of the Leuckart family and interior visits are not permitted. The exterior can be viewed from outside and it is located in the region among the rivers and woodlands of Upper Franconia.
In 1523 the Swabian League planned to destroy the castle but delayed the demolition until after Sebastian von Sparneck's wife gave birth. This unusual gesture reveals the human side of an otherwise harsh political conflict.
Location: Weißdorf
Inception: 1364
Address: Am Schloß 1
GPS coordinates: 50.18670,11.84760
Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:24
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