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Johannisburg Castle

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Location: Lower Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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1. Schloss Johannisburg – Schönbusch Park loop from Nilkheim

10.5km

02:41

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2. Schloss Johannisburg – Schönbusch Park loop from Nilkheim

10.5km

02:41

40m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Schloss Johannisburg loop from Damm

5.53km

01:26

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Golden Lady ❤️

April 9, 2019

Even from a distance, the Johannisburg Palace proves to be a Renaissance building with striking towers. A tour of the castle is definitely recommended. The view of the Main is also breathtaking and unforgettable.

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guude 🤘

March 2, 2022

Simply impressive from all sides.

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MW aus LE

January 1, 2018

In the 12.-14. In the 13th century, the medieval Johannisburg was built here (based on 10th century stems), and added at the end of the 13th century to a chapel dedicated to John the Baptist.
Already at that time, the castle was the second seat of government of the powerful Mainz archbishops, leaders of the largest ecclesiastical province of the Holy Roman Empire and Arch Chancellor of the Empire. In the 13th to 15th centuries, Aschaffenburg was the venue of various princely assemblies and bishops' synods with outstanding visitors such as Emperor Ludwig the Bavarian or King Wenceslas of Luxembourg.
1552, the plant was looted during the Markgräflerkrieges and destroyed. Many existing art treasures were lost or destroyed. Many of Lucas Cranach the Elder's works have survived, today as part of the Staatsgalerie Aschaffenburg in the castle.
1604, the construction of the castle was commissioned by Elector Johann Schweikhard von Kronberg. The remains of the old castle were demolished - except for the keep. In the central axis of the castle a replica of the coat of arms of the elector can be seen - the original was destroyed during World War II.
The castle is strictly symmetrical and has external dimensions of 87.5 m x 86 m, the facade is made of red sandstone. The corner towers are 52 meters high, which corresponds to the width of each wing. Noteworthy are the three-storey gables in the central axes of the intermediate buildings with an elaborate ornamentation in the style of Italian Renaissance architecture. The castle is surrounded by a dry moat, accessed via a bridge in the southeast.
From 1614 Johannes Schweikhard von Kronberg carried out the affairs of state of the new castle. For the inauguration he had minted coins that show the castle and its coat of arms. 1618/1619 then the last work was completed. The apartment of the Elector was on the first floor in the main wing and in the southeast wing was housed the silver chamber. Here are u.a. Original furniture of the Archbishop Friedrich Karl Joseph von Erthal from the period around 1800 shown. As a residence for the emperor, the "Kaiserappartement" including the very prestigious Kaisersaal was on the second floor.

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MW aus LE

January 1, 2018

In 1631 the troops of the Swedish king Gustav Adolf passed through Aschaffenburg, until 1634 the Swedish administration was located here. According to legend, a Capuchin priest is said to have saved the castle and town from sacking by Swedish troops with a humorous remark:
After the keys were handed over, the Swedish king is said to have noted that he would have to burn down the lock, which was only completed a few years earlier. The father then said that the king should take it with him to Sweden - rolling on the wheels carved over numerous windows that refer to the Mainz coat of arms. It is reported that the king laughed at this and refrained from destroying it.
Source: burgen.de/deutschland/johannisburg-aschaffenburg

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Mike 🇪🇺

December 13, 2018

The first buildings on the castle were probably built in the tenth century. A chapel was added at the end of the 13th century and the castle was expanded by the 14th century. The castle courtyard can be visited free of charge, but you have to pay 3.50 euros to see the interior.

Opening hours as of 2018
April to October 3rd: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
October 4th to March: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed on Mondays

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Derda Von Dort

March 20, 2019

Visiting the castle with its garden and park is an experience that you won't soon forget.
However, you should take enough time for it.
Seeing it at dusk or in the dark with the appropriate lighting is truly unforgettable.

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Diana Perez - A .

August 24, 2022

Imposing castle, with many different paths to hike and admire the landscape and architecture

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Mike 🇪🇺

December 13, 2018

The first constructions of the castle were probably built in the 10th century. A chapel was added at the end of the 13th century and the castle was expanded by the 14th century. The castle courtyard can be visited free of charge for the interior you have to pay € 3.50 entrance fee.
The opening times are April to October 3rd: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
04 October to March: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
closed on Monday

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MW aus LE

January 1, 2018

A nice stroll through the castle garden, on the walkways, the castle-vegetable garden down to the Main.

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MySonMyWifeAndMe

January 3, 2019

The castle Johannisburg, formerly Castle Johannisburg, in Aschaffenburg served until 1803 as the second residence of the archbishops and electors of Mainz. It was built in the period from 1605 to 1614 by Strasbourg master builder Georg Ridinger in the style of the Renaissance from Rotsandstein. The complex consists of four large wings, each with three floors. At each corner is a tower, in the four corners of the courtyard are also smaller stair towers. From 1814 until the end of the monarchy in 1918, the castle belonged to the Bavarian crown. Today, the Free State of Bavaria is the owner, and the facility is managed by the Bavarian Administration of State Castles, Gardens and Lakes. The castle also houses the castle museum and the administration of the museums of the city of Aschaffenburg.

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Golden Lady ❤️

April 9, 2019

Schloss Johannisburg is an old historic castle, which is in very good condition and is still being restored. It is a pleasure to look at the castle and then walk through the park, with the lovingly created herb garden. Even the view you have from the beautifully landscaped terraces on the Main is worth a visit.

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Naxxos

January 3, 2020

The view of the Johannisburg castle is particularly impressive in the warm evening sunlight from the Willigis bridge.

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Derda Von Dort

April 9, 2019

The most beautiful sight of the castle you have from the other main page especially when it is illuminated in the evening at dusk or darkness.

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MySonMyWifeAndMe

January 3, 2019

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Monika L.

January 6, 2022

The landmark of Aschaffenburg. Nice to look at, including the palace gardens

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MW aus LE

January 1, 2018

The red sandstone castle is one of the most important and beautiful Renaissance buildings in Germany. The castle church with its renaissance altar, pulpit and portal sculptures by Hans Juncker, the princely living quarters, the world's largest collection of architectural models made of cork, the state picture gallery with works by Lucas Cranach the Elder are unique. Ä. and the castle museum of the city of Aschaffenburg with works by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and Christian Schad.
Source: info-aschaffenburg.de/tourismus/sehenswuerdheiten.html

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Christian

September 16, 2019

One of the many sights in and around Aschaffenburg with its own history. Not only worth seeing on the outside but also on the inside. Part of the Bavarian State Painting Collection is housed here, as well as a cork museum with a replica of the Coloseum in Rome. 😀

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Derda Von Dort

April 9, 2019

The visit to the castle is already a real highlight during the day because it is architecturally a masterpiece. In the evening when it is illuminated this sight is truly unforgettable.

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MrIdea

May 25, 2018

The castle dominates the image of the city of Aschaffenburg and is considered its greatest attraction.
Even if the castle looks old it only became after the second
World War I rebuilt as it was almost completely bombed.

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Christian

August 15, 2022

The large castle bridge bridges the moat and gives access to Johannisburg Castle and the inner courtyard. 😊

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Christian

December 27, 2019

Johannisburg Castle was the second residence of the Mainz Archbishops until 1803 and is located in the center of Aschaffenburg on the banks of the Main. It is one of the most important palace buildings of the German Renaissance. After the severe destruction in World War II, the exterior of the castle had to be restored before the first showrooms and collections with the rescued pieces of equipment could be reopened in 1964. A special feature is the world's largest collection of architectural models made from cork. 45 models invite you for an entertaining walk through ancient Rome under the title "Carry Rome over the Alps". The cork model of the Colosseum with a diameter of more than 3 meters is a special feature of the world's largest collection of architectural models made of cork. 45 models invite you on an entertaining walk through ancient Rome under the title "Carrying Rome over the Alps". The replicas created between 1792 and 1854 reflect the most famous ancient architectures of the eternal city with incredible detail. The Colosseum, the Pantheon, the triumphal arches of the Emperors Titus, Septimius Severus and Constantine, the Porta Maggiore and the Pyramid of Cestius can be seen.

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Andreas Bikefan

May 31, 2022

Wonderful Renaissance castle made of pink red sandstone. In the castle there is a cork exhibition with models of ancient Roman buildings. It sounded boring at first, but it was quite interesting. Combined ticket together with the Pompejanum, which is well worth seeing, costs 7.50 euros.

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MW aus LE

January 1, 2018

A small path leads along the castle park from the bank of the Main to Kapuzinerplatz.
This little bear sculpture was discovered.

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Heiko Edelmann

July 4, 2022

The city's landmark, which can be seen from afar. Built by prince bishops and today a beautiful museum with rooms and exhibitions. There is always a market in the inner courtyard. The carillon is also very nice.

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