Schwarzenberg Castle

Schwarzenberg Castle was based on a medieval fortification and together with St. George's Church dominates the scene of the large county town of Schwarzenberg. 

The castle was probably founded in the 12th century as a fort and was the original base for the settlement of Schwarzenberg and its vicinity. The former castle was given its present appearance by a conversion into a hunting lodge for the Electorate of Saxony from 1555 to 1558. In 1851-52 its keep and south wing were raised and, in 1875-76, an office building extension was added.

Address
Obere Schloßstraße 36, Schwarzenberg, Germany

Established
12th century