Can Burg Gleichenstein be visited freely?

No, it is privately owned and has no regular opening hours; access is mainly possible during organised events.

How old is Burg Gleichenstein?

A fortification already stood on the site in the 11th century, but the present castle was rebuilt in the 13th century after the earlier structure was destroyed.

Who owned Burg Gleichenstein?

From 1294 to 1802 it belonged to the Archbishops of Mainz, who used it as their administrative seat for the Eichsfeld; today it is privately owned.

Was Burg Gleichenstein destroyed?

Yes, it was razed during the Thirty Years' War between 1643 and 1648, then rebuilt from 1650 without its original fortifications.

Castle Gleichenstein

Wachstedt

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Burg Gleichenstein stands in Wachstedt (Landkreis Eichsfeld), in Thuringia, Germany. Recorded dating: 11th century. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Burg Gleichenstein stands in Wachstedt, in the Landkreis Eichsfeld, in Thuringia, on a site that has carried a fortification since the 11th century. The present structure dates from a 13th century rebuilding, undertaken after the earlier medieval stronghold was destroyed during a conflict between the Archbishop of Mainz and the Landgrave of Thuringia. For more than five hundred years it served as the administrative and judicial seat of the Mainz archbishops over the Eichsfeld region. Now in private hands, the castle has passed through many uses, from a children's home to a company headquarters, and is currently being secured while archaeological studies continue.

What to know

Burg Gleichenstein is privately owned and has no regular public opening hours.
Occasional concerts and events are held there on specific dates, with ticketed entry.
Archaeological research is planned on site, which limits public access during that period.
Prices, hours and access conditions are not fixed on a permanent basis, so it is worth checking in advance of any visit.
The venue can be booked for private events such as weddings, anniversaries or meetings, on request.

Where this château is

Wachstedt · Landkreis Eichsfeld · Thüringen

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Address

Burg Gleichenstein, 37359 Wachstedt

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Château phone number

+49 176 35149813

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Heritage status: Protection status unknown
Period of construction: 11th century

Frequently asked

Can Burg Gleichenstein be visited freely?: No, it is privately owned and has no regular opening hours; access is mainly possible during organised events.
How old is Burg Gleichenstein?: A fortification already stood on the site in the 11th century, but the present castle was rebuilt in the 13th century after the earlier structure was destroyed.
Who owned Burg Gleichenstein?: From 1294 to 1802 it belonged to the Archbishops of Mainz, who used it as their administrative seat for the Eichsfeld; today it is privately owned.
Was Burg Gleichenstein destroyed?: Yes, it was razed during the Thirty Years' War between 1643 and 1648, then rebuilt from 1650 without its original fortifications.
Where is Burg Gleichenstein located?: In Wachstedt, in the Landkreis Eichsfeld, in Thuringia.