Description of the attraction
On the outskirts of the Austrian city of Sankt Pölten, there is a beautiful ancient castle Pottenbrunn, around which there is still a moat filled with water. The only way to get to the castle is via a stone bridge. The castle also has a beautiful English-style well-kept park covering an area of 2,500 square meters.
The first mention of Pottenbrunn Castle dates back to the 12th century. Throughout the history of its existence, the castle has repeatedly changed owners and rebuilt, paying tribute to the fashion of different eras.
Since 1505, the castle was at the disposal of Sebastian Grabner, at whose behest a tower with an open arched gallery was built, which has survived to this day. Major changes were made in 1600 by Sebastian Grabner Jr., who expanded the castle significantly. An English-style garden was also created, where visitors can walk today.
In 1920, the castle was reconstructed in the east wing. 6 years later, since 1926, the castle passed into the possession of the Trauttmansdorff family. By the end of World War II, the owners of the castle were shot, and Pottenbrunn itself, being in the combat zone, was badly damaged. Until 1955, the castle was on the territory of the Soviet occupation. In 1961, the dilapidated tower collapsed, but after 5 years it was rebuilt again.
In 2005 the castle was completely restored. The stone bridge over the moat was repaired, the roofs, facade and windows were replaced. Arriving here today, you can see an elegant building with open arched galleries, tall towers topped with domes and a beautiful garden with centuries-old trees.
Pottenbrunn Castle houses an interesting collection of ancient cups, but there is no way to get inside the castle to get acquainted with the magnificent interiors. The castle is currently closed for excursions.
