Seventeen eighty-one. That’s the year Countess Elisabeth von Schauenburg-Hennin decided to build something grand near Freiburg. It’s Schloß Neuershausen.
Here we stand before Schloß Neuershausen. It is more than just old stones. It echoes with stories of noble families. It whispers of wars and rebirth.
Once upon a time, maybe a medieval castle stood here. Some say there was an old manor house. But it was falling apart. So, the Countess made way for something new.
Between 1781 and 1783, Schloß Neuershausen arose. Countess Elisabeth lived here with her servants until she died. Then her daughter Franziska Antonia inherited it. But she rarely used it as her main home.
From 1792 to 1815, Napoleon’s wars raged. Schloß Neuershausen became a military base. For decades, the castle was neglected.
Life returned in 1871. August Freiherr von Bieberstein moved in. Some kitchen items from his time are still here today. You can see the old stove and sink. Later, August’s son lived here. After 1897, it was only a summer home. The family kept Schloß Neuershausen for many years. Luckily, it survived both World Wars without major damage.
By 1954, the castle and park were being restored. In the 1970s, a big restoration took place. Today, Schloß Neuershausen is a family home. The family lives here and in the outbuildings.
Schloß Neuershausen is not generally open to the public. But the lower hall hosts concerts sometimes.
Look at this late Baroque, two-story manor. Notice the hipped roof. See the one-story farm buildings on each side. Admire the double staircase. Don’t miss the triangular gable. And take in the large park.
François Pinot drew up the plans to rebuild it between 1779 and 1783. Schloß Neuershausen was first mentioned in 1341. It was destroyed in the Thirty Years’ War.
Schloß Neuershausen stands as a testament to time. It is a blend of noble life, war, and family resilience. Its walls hold secrets. Its grounds invite reflection. While you may not be able to wander inside today, take a moment to appreciate its beauty. Imagine its past. Let Schloß Neuershausen leave its mark on you.