Parsberg Castle

Parsberg, Germany

The Parsberg Castle was first documented in 1205. The first castle was destructed in 1314 by Duke Ludwig of Bavaria due supporting the rebellion. The castle was rebuilt and extended in the end of the 16th century. The next reconstruction took place in the mid-17th century, probably due the damages in Thirty Years' War. The lower castle was added then, where today is a castle museum.

References:

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Address

Burgstraße 24, Parsberg, Germany

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Details

Founded: 14th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Habsburg Dynasty (Germany)

More Information

www.burg-parsberg.de

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Miranda Sanchez (18 months ago)
great backdrop for photos but also a very informative and well organized museum inside

Ralph Hershberger (2 years ago)
Beautiful intact Castle, there is a museum that is three stories that break the history of the castle into three different time periods. We went here for the Christmas Market but there are different events that take place throughout the year.

Jeffrey Nielsen (3 years ago)
Fantastic event venue!

Ivan Valadez (3 years ago)
It's closed due to COVID. Looks nice from the outside though.

Lilli (4 years ago)
A small, but very beautiful and interesting museum with a lot to discover. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. Thanks a lot for this.

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