Hohenaschau Castle

Konrad and Arnold von Hirnsberg built Hohenaschau Castle in the late 12th century at the entrance to the Upper Priental. Important noble families expanded the property and developed the castle into the centre of the administrative seat of their lordship; with their influence, they shaped the land and people in western Chiemgau.

During the reconstruction and extension of the castle in the Renaissance (1540-1560) and High Baroque (1672-1686) styles, the Baroque castle chapel and the former benefice house, today's Priental Museum, were built.

After further alterations, mainly from 1905-1908 by Theodor von Cramer-Klett, the property was transferred to the Federal Republic of Germany (Federal Real Estate Agency). This leased it mainly to the social welfare organisation of the Federal Finance Administration as a holiday home.

Today Hohenaschau Castle is open to the public in summer season.

Address
Schloss 1, Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

Established
12th century