Best castles around Oggelshausen are found in a region known for its natural beauty and historical sites. The area, particularly the Federsee region, offers a landscape characterized by lakes and fens. While Oggelshausen itself does not feature prominent castles, the surrounding vicinity provides several historical structures. These sites offer insights into the area's past and complement the natural environment.
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The castle ruins were the Schenkenburg and belonged to the former imperial city of Winterstetten.
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Event location.i Ideal for celebrations of any kind. Not a tourist restaurant
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High above the Schussen Valley, idyllically situated on a hill, the castle offers a unique setting for special days. The unparalleled Alpine views and the magical, natural ambiance will make your heart race. You'll instantly feel at home here.
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Great church, which belongs to the castle
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It is a beautiful place, also good for a rest. It is easier to drive to the castle via the Stadelhof
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Collegiate Church of St. Cornelius and Cyprian", Bad Buchau 774 - 1776 converted from a Gothic church in the style of French classicism for the noble canonesses. Josef Christian from Riedlingen created the sculptures in the church, and Andreas Brugger painted the ceiling paintings in the choir and central nave. The church patrons Cornelius and Cyprianus still refer to the Carolingian tradition today. Adelindis, revered as a Swabian folk saint, rests with her three sons in the crypt of the collegiate church. Text / Source: Upper Swabia's sights https://www.oberschwaben-tourismus.de/attractions/stiftskirche-st.-cornelius-und-cyprian-b4c91cc6ec#:~:text=The%20Stiftskirche%20was%20not%20as%20Pfarrkirche%20built%2C%20but, and%20Cyprianus%20refer%20to%20the%20time%20of the%20Carolingians.
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Bachritterburg, Kanzach The history of the Bach Knights can probably be described in close unity with the genealogy of the Lords of Pflummern but also with the ruling situation in Kanzach. “Lords of Kanzach” are mentioned several times in documents from the 12th to 14th centuries. First it is Bernardus and his son Ortolfus who are named as witnesses in documents from Bishop Otto of Constance and Duke Henry of Bavaria and Saxony for the Salem monastery in 1169 and 1171. With the next mention in 1227, the Kanzach local nobility probably moved to Pflummern. Kanzach is subsequently a branch of the Pflummer family castle. In the document from 1227, Bilgerinum de Pphlumnar and his son Ortolfum de Cantza are named as witnesses. Bilgerinum (vulgo) Peregrinus, the knight from and to Pflummern (from the Chronicle of the Lords of Pflummern, Aloys von Pflummern 1795) is considered the progenitor of the Lords of Pflummern. This knight's seat was donated to the Reichenau Monastery by the then Swabian Duke Berchthold, who had his seat on the Bussen. He was later freed from this and given his own nobility. In 1180 Peregrinus was steward to Emperor Philip, the Duke of Swabia. Peregrinus is considered a co-founder of the monasteries of Salem, St. Gallen and Heiligkreuztal (written down by Father Bucelini, a well-known historian and Benedictine monk from Weingarten Abbey). After his father's death (1227), his son Ortolph also became steward (to Emperor Friedrich II). Text / Source: Municipality of Kanzach, Rathausweg 6, 88422 Kanzach https://www.bachritterburg.de/die-burg/die-bachritter/
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This is really worth seeing. Too bad the tavern was closed.
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Around Oggelshausen, you can explore a variety of historical sites. These include the reconstructed medieval Bachritterburg Kanzach Open-Air Museum, the impressive Monastery Church of Bad Buchau with its rich history and architecture, and the remnants of Schenkenburg Castle Ruins. Additionally, Gildehaus Castle offers a unique setting with Alpine views.
Yes, several sites are suitable for families. The Bachritterburg Kanzach Open-Air Museum is particularly family-friendly, offering a glimpse into medieval life with 'Living History' events where you might even meet a knight. The Monastery Church of Bad Buchau and Gildehaus Castle are also categorized as family-friendly.
The Bachritterburg Kanzach Open-Air Museum is open daily from 10:00 to 18:00 from April 1st to September 30th, closed on Mondays (except Easter Monday and Whit Monday). From October 1st to November 5th, it's open Tuesday to Friday from 13:00 to 17:00, and Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00. Groups can arrange visits outside these hours by appointment.
Absolutely. The Gildehaus Castle is noted for its unparalleled Alpine views from its idyllic hill-top location. The Schenkenburg Castle Ruins also offer a viewpoint, reminding visitors of the mighty castle that once stood there.
Yes, the region offers various hiking opportunities. For family-friendly walks, you can explore routes like the Federsee Nature Reserve or the Federsee Circular Trail. You can find more details and routes in the Family-friendly hikes around Oggelshausen guide.
The area around Oggelshausen is great for cycling. You can find traffic-free bike rides, including loops around Federsee Lake or the Sculpture Field. For mountain biking enthusiasts, there are dedicated MTB Trails around Oggelshausen. Discover more options in the Traffic-free bike rides around Oggelshausen guide.
The Bachritterburg Kanzach Open-Air Museum is a reconstructed medieval Niederadelsburg. Its history is closely tied to the Lords of Pflummern and the ruling situation in Kanzach, with mentions of 'Lords of Kanzach' dating back to the 12th to 14th centuries. It was once a branch of the Pflummer family castle and is associated with figures like Peregrinus, a knight and steward to Emperor Philip.
The Monastery Church of Bad Buchau, originally a Gothic church, was converted in the style of French classicism between 774 and 1776. It features impressive sculptures by Josef Christian from Riedlingen and ceiling paintings by Andreas Brugger. The church also houses the crypt of Adelindis, revered as a Swabian folk saint.
Gildehaus Castle primarily functions as an event location, ideal for celebrations. It is not typically a tourist restaurant or open for general public visits in the same way as a museum. Its unique setting and Alpine views make it a special venue.
Today, only a few wall remains, a display board, and a memorial stone mark the site of the once mighty Schenkenburg Castle Ruins. The castle, which belonged to the former imperial city of Winterstetten, was demolished in the 18th century and its stones were used as a quarry.
The Bachritterburg Kanzach Open-Air Museum features a castle tavern that serves good food. While Gildehaus Castle is an event location, it is not a tourist restaurant. For other castles, you might find dining options in the nearby towns and villages.


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