Weissenstein Castle

Weißenstein Castle towers impressively over the Lauter valley in the Lauterstein district of the same name and is one of the most important historical sites on the Albtrauf. Its roots go back to the 13th century: first mentioned in 1241, it was once the seat of the Knights of Weissenstein before it came into the possession of the Counts of Rechberg in 1384, who built the present-day castle complex with chapel and fortified tower.

The mighty town castle with its stepped gables, towers and galleries bears witness to the different architectural styles of past centuries - from Gothic origins to Baroque elements and neo-Gothic extensions in the 19th century. An architectural highlight is the castle chapel, the interior of which was designed in Baroque style around 1700 and renovated in neo-Gothic style in 1877.

Since 1971, the castle has been owned by the Kage family, who have turned it into a center for scientific and artistic photomicrography. In the KAGE Mikroversum, visitors experience fascinating insights into invisible worlds - a combination of art, science and technology that attracts international attention.

The castle stands for the symbiosis of tradition and innovation: a place where medieval history and modern imagery merge in a unique way. Group tours of the castle and museum are available by appointment.

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Dates and information on guided tours: https: //www.schlossweissenstein.de/fuehrungen-events/museum-fuehrungen

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