Waldenburg Castle (Saxony)

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Schloss Waldenburg stands in Waldenburg (Landkreis Zwickau), in Saxony, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. Adult admission costs 10.5 EUR. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Schloss Waldenburg stands above the Mulde valley in Waldenburg, Saxony, on the site of a fortress founded between 1165 and 1172, whose lower keep of dark rusticated stone still survives. Destroyed by the Hussites in 1430 and later damaged by several fires, it was rebuilt under the Schönburg family in the 16th century and significantly altered during the 18th and 19th centuries. Before 1914 it was regarded as one of the most modern residences in Germany, fitted with central heating, electricity and lifts, and it now combines Rococo, Baroque and English country house styles across its halls, library and chapel. Later used as a lung sanatorium in the mid-20th century, the castle is now owned by the Landkreis Zwickau, which has restored it.

What to know

• The interior can only be seen on guided tours through the historic rooms.
• The castle also hosts weddings, concerts and temporary exhibitions, which may limit access to some rooms on certain dates.
• Grünfelder Park, laid out by the former princes, lies just across the Mulde river and makes a pleasant extension to a visit.
• An exhibition on films shot at the castle, including The Grand Budapest Hotel, can be seen alongside the princely apartments.

Practical information

Visit duration

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Wheelchair access

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Dogs

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Parking

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Where this château is

Waldenburg · Landkreis Zwickau · Sachsen

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Address

Peniger Str. 10, 08396 Waldenburg

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

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Château phone number

+49 37608 27570

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Heritage status

Kulturdenkmal in Sachsen

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Frequently asked

Waldenburg Castle (Saxony): how much is admission?

Adult admission is €10.50. Child: €5. Reduced: €8. Free for: children up to 6 years old get free admission.

How old is Schloss Waldenburg?

A first fortress was built on the site between 1165 and 1172, and the lower part of its keep still survives today.

Can you visit the interior of Schloss Waldenburg?

Yes, the historic rooms can be seen on guided tours.

What architectural style does the castle show?

It combines Rococo, Baroque and English country house styles, visible in the library, mirror room and Chinese room.

What was the castle used for in the 20th century?

From the mid-20th century it served as a lung sanatorium before being restored.

Who owns Schloss Waldenburg today?

The castle belongs to the Landkreis Zwickau in Saxony.

Sources

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

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• Wikidata Q2243938
• Official website

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