Celle Castle

Schloss Celle stands in Celle (Landkreis Celle), in Lower Saxony, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. Recorded dating: 13th century. Adult admission costs 10 EUR. Its opening hours and prices were verified at the source on September 22, 2026.

What to know

• The historic rooms and the castle chapel can only be seen as part of a guided tour.
• The castle is listed as a Baudenkmal in Lower Saxony.
• The castle theatre, one of the oldest of its kind in northern Germany, still has its own resident company.
• The castle park, surrounded by moats, occupies a small island in the middle of the town of Celle.
• No verified information on opening hours, admission fees or access conditions is provided here.

Practical information

Visit duration

Not verified

Wheelchair access

Not verified

Dogs

Not verified

Parking

Kurzzeitiges Halten zum Aussteigen vor dem Schloss ist möglich, am Schloss stehen jedoch keine Parkplätze zur Verfügung.

Nahezu alle Räume des Residenzmuseums sind barrierefrei über den Aufzug erreichbar. Zugang zur Kasse und zum Museumsshop über 3 Stufen. Eine behindertengerechte Toilette ist vorhanden und mit dem Aufzug erreichbar.

Where this château is

Celle · Landkreis Celle · Niedersachsen

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Address

Celle, Landkreis Celle

Directions open from wherever you are, by car or public transport.

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Heritage status

Baudenkmal in Niedersachsen

Period of construction

13th century

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Frequently asked

Celle Castle: how much is admission?

Adult admission is €10. Child: free. Reduced: €7. Free for: kinder und Schüler.

Can you visit Schloss Celle without a guide?

The historic rooms and chapel can only be seen on a guided tour, while the Gothic Hall's exhibitions can be visited separately.

How old is Schloss Celle?

Its origins go back to a fortified 13th-century tower, though most of its present appearance results from successive expansions up to the 17th century.

What makes the castle chapel notable?

It preserves an almost intact Renaissance decorative scheme, including paintings from the workshop of Flemish painter Marten de Vos.

Is Schloss Celle connected to a queen?

The former Danish queen Caroline Matilda lived there in exile from 1772 until her death in 1775.

Is the castle theatre still active today?

Yes, this 17th-century baroque theatre still has its own resident company.

Sources

Identity, location and official references from Wikidata and the Land's heritage lists.

• This entry in Markdown
• Wikidata Q472403
• Official website

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