Ehemaliges Schlösschen Franziskaruhe, später Werkskasino der Maxhütte

The Ehemaliges Schlösschen Franziskaruhe is a three-wing complex with a central structure and flanking single-story side wings connected by corner pavilions. The hipped roofs create a balanced composition across the entire ensemble.

The palace began as a simple pavilion structure and was completed in 1785 for a countess. It later became a company casino for Maxhütte workers, undergoing significant renovation in the 1970s.

The building shifted from a noble residence to a social meeting place for industrial workers, revealing how industrial communities repurposed aristocratic estates for their own needs.

The site is now a restored ensemble offering visitors a sense of the architectural design and how spaces were transformed over time. Access to the building and surrounding grounds is generally available, though checking ahead for opening times is advisable.

The property includes a garden pavilion that connects visitors to the historical landscape surrounding the former estate grounds. This relationship between building and landscape preserves a sense of the original planned design.

Location: Sulzbach-Rosenberg

Address: Schloßbergweg 10

GPS coordinates: 49.49175,11.76404

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:28