Train Castle

Train, Germany

The Train water castle (Wasserschloss) was built in the 15th century and destroyed during the Thirty Years' War. The castle has a lovely chapel witha a Rococo altar made by Christian Jorhan (the Elder).

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Herrnstraße 6, Train, Germany
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Founded: 15th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Habsburg Dynasty (Germany)

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jan klk (3 years ago)
Very nicely maintained.
Kolbe Markus (3 years ago)
Nice little enchanted moated castle.
Christian Inderst (4 years ago)
Michael Maurer (4 years ago)
Markus Müller (6 years ago)
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