The moated castle with castle and moat, which still exists today, was built in the middle of the 13th century. The overbuilt foundations give an idea of the dimensions of the complex, which has been redesigned many times. The old manor house (occupied since 1591) with its multi-storey half-timbered building on a field stone substructure has been preserved to this day. In addition, enchanted towers as well as parts of the moat and the wall.
Today the estate is used as a holiday resort, behind the castle there is a game reserve (deer garden).

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March 11, 2022

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The core of Willershausen Castle is a former moated castle, the beginnings of which date back to the 13th century. The mighty tower, a part of the moat and the …

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June 10, 2025

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The moated castle, with its castle and moat, was built in the mid-13th century. The covered foundations give an idea of the dimensions of the complex, which has undergone many transformations. The old manor house (documented since 1591), with its multi-story half-timbered structure on a fieldstone foundation, has been preserved to this day. Other features include enchanted towers and parts of the moat and wall.

The estate is now used as a holiday resort, and behind the castle is a game reserve (Hirschgarten).

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