Schloss Warthausen

Schloss Warthausen is a Renaissance castle on a hilltop with three round corner towers overlooking the Rißtal valley in Baden-Württemberg. The entire complex includes extensive grounds with formal gardens and a former brewery building at the base of the castle.

The castle was founded in the 13th century, suffered destruction by fire in 1474, and was rebuilt between 1532 and 1540 under Johann Philipp Schad. This reconstruction phase created the Renaissance architecture visible today.

The chapel with its late Gothic wooden carvings has shaped the spiritual life of the place for centuries. Visitors can see the craftsmanship in the carved figures and feel the simple elegance of the interior space.

The estate is large, so visitors should allow plenty of time to walk through different areas. The gardens and grounds are best explored during dry weather when the paths are easy to navigate.

The eight-sided gable on the courtyard side shows skilled craftsmanship with its geometric form between half-columns and a portico from the 1530s. This architectural detail reflects a transition between medieval and early modern design.