Landkommende Altshausen, Medieval Teutonic Order commandry in Altshausen, Germany
Landkommende Altshausen is a Teutonic Order commandry in Altshausen featuring a palace, administrative buildings, and the Church of St. Michael with elements from different eras. The complex blends Gothic, Baroque, and classical styles throughout its structures and interiors.
The commandry became the permanent seat of the Alemannic-Swabian bailiwick of the Teutonic Order in 1444, managing territories across Swabia, Alsace, and Burgundy. This role made it a significant religious and political center in the region.
The Catholic parish church holds a Baroque Holy Sepulcher from 1763, commissioned by the Landkomtur and filled with artistic scenes depicting Jesus and religious devotion.
The site now serves as the residence of the House of Württemberg and contains administrative offices, meaning only certain areas are open to visitors. It is worth checking ahead which parts of the property can be visited.
Hermann the Lame was born at the castle in 1013 and later became an influential monk who contributed significantly to astronomy and sacred music. His scholarly works were studied throughout Europe for centuries and held lasting importance.
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