Nörvenich Castle

Nörvenich, Germany

The Schloss Nörvenich was established in around 1400 by Wilhelm von Vlatten and was remodeled on numerous occasions over the centuries.

In the 15th century, the property fell through marriage to Konrad Scheiffart von Merode-Bornheim. Wilhelm Scheiffart von Merode and his wife Agnes von Bylandt enlarged the house in the middle of the 16th century to the West Wing. At the end of the 16th century, the castle fell through marriage to Baron Johann Otto von Gymnich, whose family remained in possession of it until the 19th century. It then passed to Count Wolff-Metternich von Gymnich, and became known for a period as Schloss Gymnich.

Just before the Second World War, the schloss was taken over by non-aristocratic owners, and since that time it has repeatedly changed hands. The sculptor Rückriem lived and worked here from 1963 to 1971, and several Canalbums were recorded here in the late 1960s and early 1970s including Soundtracks and Tago Mago; the band moved out of the castle in late 1971. The building now houses the Museum of European Art.

In 1982, there were unearthed the remains of an earlier fortress dating to around 1350, and medieval pottery. This earlier structure is believed to have been demolished down to the foundation in 1400 to enable the construction of a new, larger building.

The current two-storey mansion dates to the 18th century, and stands on a high basement. It has a heavy tiled hipped roof and dormers and Gothic brickwork. Around 1950, the greater part of the roof collapsed, and the building underwent extensive restoration. A number of rooms feature richly designed stucco ceilings in the Regency style, with allegorical figures and the arms of the former aristocratic owners commonplace.

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Founded: 1400
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Habsburg Dynasty (Germany)

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Ay Doubleyou (3 years ago)
Nice castle. Private property. Used for charity events, registry office and celebrations in the summer months!
Joachim Walter (3 years ago)
“Yoo Doo Right“ ;-)
Rammi (5 years ago)
Ok
Andreas Altena (5 years ago)
Nörvenich Castle was originally a moated castle, which can still be clearly seen from the surrounding dry moat. The beginnings of the medieval castle complex go back to the 14th century. In the course of time there were various structural changes up to today's use as an art museum. Numerous sculptures by internationally renowned artists can be found both in the green, park-like moat and in the manor house. For example, by the controversial sculptor Arno Breker, whose works were very popular during the Nazi era and whose work fell somewhat into oblivion in the post-war period. You should get an idea of ​​the sculptures yourself, although a detour to the impressive castle is worthwhile even without a visit to the museum! Note: the Harff'sche castle ruins are within walking distance and can only be viewed from a distance from the cemetery - also recommended.
Cumali Onal (5 years ago)
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