To be privately owned
CastleSighartstein
Sighartstein Castle
Sighartstein Castle is a historic building situated on a prominent rock outcrop in the eponymous district of Neumarkt am Wallersee in Salzburg, Austria. It captivates with its fortified eastern side and a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages.
History+
The origins of Sighartstein date back to 1297, when Eckhart von Tann handed over the estate to Raitenhaslach Monastery. After an exchange, the property returned to the family in 1340 before being acquired by Archbishop Pilgrim II in 1372. Around 1450, Virgil Uiberacker had a new fortress built, where a chapel was consecrated in 1452. Emperor Charles V renewed the manorial rights in 1541. In 1714, a comprehensive renovation of the castle was carried out by Wolf Max Uiberacker, which significantly altered its late-medieval appearance. The castle remained in the possession of the Uiberacker family until 1964.
Location+
Sighartstein Castle is located in Sighartstein, a district of Neumarkt am Wallersee, in the Salzburg Umgebung region of the federal state of Salzburg, Austria. It is situated at an elevation of approximately 577 m above sea level.
On site+
Today, Sighartstein Castle is privately owned. The eastern side of the castle still conveys a fortified impression, while the western side features an 18th-century facade and mansard design. Access is via a drawbridge, and inside, visitors can find stucco ceilings, marble paneling, and historical furnishings.
Nearby+
- Pfongau Castle (Castle), approx. 1.3 km away
- Lichtentann Castle Ruin (Castle), approx. 4.4 km away
- Wildeneck Castle Ruin (Castle), approx. 4.7 km away
- Altentann Castle Ruin (Castle), approx. 5.9 km away
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