Güstrow Castle
Güstrow
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Schloss Güstrow stands in Güstrow (Landkreis Rostock), in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. Recorded dating: 16th century. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.
Güstrow Castle stands in Güstrow, in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, on the site of an earlier Slavic stronghold and later a castle of the princes of Werle. Built from 1558 onward for Duke Ulrich of Mecklenburg, it ranks among the finest Renaissance buildings in northern Germany and has kept much of its original appearance, unlike Schwerin Palace, which was reworked in the 19th century. Visitors today find rooms with stucco ceilings, a preserved theatre, collections of hunting and ceremonial weapons, and paintings by Cranach, Marten de Vos and Tintoretto. The imperial general Wallenstein briefly held court here as Duke of Mecklenburg between 1628 and 1630.
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What to know
- The castle now functions as a museum, with collections of medieval North German art, hunting weapons and contemporary art.
- It stands close to the old town wall of Güstrow.
- The building is listed as a Baudenkmal in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.
- The grounds include a garden with flower beds and walkways worth combining with the indoor visit.
- Opening hours, prices and access conditions are not detailed here, so check ahead before visiting.
Practical information
Opening hours
- Schlossgarten
- ganzjährig geöffnet, Schließung täglich vor Dämmerung (im Sommer um 20 Uhr, mit Beginn der Winterzeit um 19 Uhr)
Annual closures : Palace and Palace Museum closed due to construction works
- Visit duration
- Not verified
- Wheelchair access
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- Dogs
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- Parking
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Where this château is
Güstrow · Landkreis Rostock · Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
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Address
Franz-Parr-Platz 1, 18273 Güstrow
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- Heritage status
- Baudenkmal in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
- Period of construction
- 16th century
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Frequently asked
- Who built Güstrow Castle?
- Duke Ulrich of Mecklenburg initiated its construction from 1558, on the site of an earlier fortress.
- How old is Güstrow Castle?
- The main building dates from the 16th century, with 17th-century additions including the gatehouse and bridge by Charles Philippe Dieussart.
- What can visitors see inside Güstrow Castle?
- Rooms with stucco ceilings, a preserved theatre, hunting and ceremonial weapons, and paintings by Cranach, Marten de Vos and Tintoretto.
- Is Güstrow Castle connected to Wallenstein?
- Yes, the imperial general Wallenstein resided there as Duke of Mecklenburg between 1628 and 1630.
- Can Güstrow Castle be visited today?
- Yes, it houses a museum of medieval North German art along with weapon and art collections.
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Sources
Identity, location and official references from Wikidata and the Land's heritage lists.
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