Unterkriegstedt Manor

The manor house was built towards the end of the 16th century. In 1903, extensions and alterations were carried out. In 1945, the owners were dispossessed and expelled by the communists.

From 1320 to 1700, the von Parsenow family owned the estate. In 1700, it passed to the von Blücher family, who sold it to the von Lepel family in 1770. In 1800, the von Heyden-Linden family acquired the estate, followed by the von Malzahn family in 1840. From 1850 to 1945, the von der Lancken-Wakenitz family owned the estate.

The manor house is a plastered building with two storeys and eleven axes, built on a fieldstone plinth. The hipped roof is covered with beaver tails. The central projection on the garden side is particularly striking. The main entrance is located on the courtyard side.

Ground Floor

On the ground floor, there is a spacious hall, which was used for receptions and festivities. Adjacent to it are several salons and living rooms, which were furnished with valuable furniture and artworks. The kitchen and utility rooms were also located on the ground floor.

Upper Floor

The upper floor housed the private rooms of the family, including bedrooms, dressing rooms, and bathrooms. There was also a library and a study on this floor.

Cellar

The cellar was used for storage and as a wine cellar. It also housed the heating system and other technical facilities.

The estate comprised extensive agricultural areas, forests, and a park. The park was laid out in the English style and contained numerous rare trees and shrubs. There was also a pond and several sculptures in the park.

After 1945, the manor house was used for various purposes, including as a refugee accommodation, a school, and a community centre. After the reunification, it was privatised and extensively renovated. Today, the manor house is used as a hotel and restaurant. It also offers space for events and conferences.