Rumor has it that Klaffenbach Castle is haunted. Legend speaks of the Maiden of Taube. She rejected the Lord of Rabenstein’s marriage proposal. Her angry father then walled her up alive in the castle tower.
Klaffenbach Castle stands before you. It is a rare moated Renaissance castle in Saxony. Wolf Hünerkopf built it between 1555 and 1560. The castle enchants visitors from the very first moment.
Notice the four-story building surrounded by a moat. Admire the curved gable and arched roof. The square shape adds to its unique charm.
The ground floor holds treasures. A small chapel sits next to the castle information area. Smaller event rooms and the gallery café await.
The picturesque Klaffenbach Castle is idyllically located on Chemnitz’s southern outskirts. The entire complex unfolds along the Würschnitz River. This includes buildings, a hotel and restaurants. Handicraft studios add to the allure. A landscaped park surrounds the castle with green meadows. An attractive golf course and popular walking paths invite exploration.
Klaffenbach Castle attracts visitors with many offerings. These include exhibitions, theater and concert events. Craftsmanship and gastronomy experiences are also available.
Many rooms in Klaffenbach Castle can be rented. The Bürgersaal on the top floor can host 160 people. The Salon Landvogt is ideal for exhibitions or receptions. The Grüner Salon offers a special ambience for festive banquets. The Kleine Kapelle provides a fairy-tale atmosphere for weddings. The Schlosshof lends itself to open-air events.
Accessibility is a priority at Klaffenbach. Twelve disabled parking spaces are available at the castle. The access from the parking lot to the castle has a slight ascent and descent. The entrance to the castle has a wide door and a small step. A lift inside offers ample space for wheelchairs. An accessible toilet is also available.
Klaffenbach Castle is a Renaissance pearl. It seems to float weightlessly over the Wuerschnitz River. Its uniquely curved roof always enchants visitors. Couples can marry in the fairy-tale setting. Keep an eye out for the ghost of the Maiden of Taube.