Schloss Burgtreswitz

Schloss Burgtreswitz is a fortified residence with multiple wings arranged in Moosbach, Bavaria. The property features a central courtyard with a gatehouse on the north side topped by a hipped roof that marks the main entrance.

The castle first appears in records from 1218 when it served as a knight's seat. In 1272 it came under the control of the Wittelsbach family, who governed Bavaria as ducal rulers for centuries.

The name reflects connections between local family lines and settlement patterns that shaped the region. Today, visitors encounter rooms furnished with everyday objects from different periods, revealing how people lived and worked within these walls.

The castle is located at Schlosshof 1 and welcomes visitors with guided tours available throughout the year. An elevator provides convenient access for anyone with mobility needs navigating the different levels.

Above the main entrance sits a Gothic coat of arms carved in stone from the 14th century bearing the initials of the von Lichtenstern family. This rare relief is one of the region's most carefully preserved heraldic monuments.

Location: Moosbach

Part of: Cultural heritage D-3-6440-0048 in Moosbach (Oberpfalz)

GPS coordinates: 49.59506,12.38987

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:21