Breitungen Castle, Medieval castle in Herrenbreitungen, Germany.
The castle complex includes a four-winged Renaissance structure, a medieval tower, and remnants of a monastery garden with natural stone walls.
Initially established as a Benedictine abbey in the 12th century, the castle was transformed into a Renaissance residence around 1560 by Count Poppon XII of Henneberg.
The castle incorporates both monastic and noble architectural elements, reflecting the transition from religious to secular use in post-Reformation Germany.
The privately owned castle continues to undergo restoration work since 2007, with certain areas remaining closed to ensure preservation efforts.
The castle's basilica towers provide nesting sites for jackdaws, a bird species commonly found in southern Thuringia.
Location: Breitungen
GPS coordinates: 50.75220,10.34590
Latest update: March 5, 2025 13:28
Thuringia features castles, monasteries and museums. The region contains castle ruins in forests, medieval fortresses on hills and Renaissance palaces with gardens. Underground caves, technical museums and botanical gardens complement the cultural offerings. The architecture spans from Romanesque churches to Baroque buildings.
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