Baldern Castle

Schloss Baldern was first mentioned in historical documents in the 11th century. In the mid-12th century, it was owned by a noble family known as the Edelfreien von Baldern. In 1280, the castle came into the possession of Count Ludwig V. von Oettingen. In the 15th century, it was pledged by his descendants and later redeemed in 1507. The current baroque appearance as the residence of the Counts of Oettingen-Baldern was established between 1718 and 1737. The construction was overseen by Franz de Gabrieli, and after his death, by his brother Gabriel de Gabrieli.

After the extinction of the noble family Oettingen-Baldern in 1798, the estate passed to the House of Oettingen-Wallerstein. Major renovations took place in the 19th century, including the landscaping of the hilltop into a landscaped garden. The tower was erected in 1887 under the direction of August von Beyer. As early as 1896, Schloss Baldern was opened to the public.

Address

Schloßparkstraße 12, Bopfingen, Germany

Details

Founded: 11th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Salian Dynasty (Germany)