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Schliestedt Palace is a palace in Schliestedt, in the district of Wolfenbüttel, Lower Saxony. It was built between 1748 and 1760 in the Rococo style on the site of a castle belonging to the von Schliestedt family. The palace is considered the most significant example of Rococo architecture in the Brunswick region. The palace's predecessor was a castle whose construction date is unknown. It was the seat of the von Schliestedt family, whose line died out in 1613. A copper engraving by Merian from 1654 shows the complex, consisting of a main building with a half-timbered upper story and an annex with a stone gatehouse. According to his description, the castle was already very old at that time, had a square shape, and was surrounded by a moat. As early as 1449, the Lords of Schliestedt (landowners from approximately 1147 to 1562) relinquished the castle to the Duke of Brunswick. The castle was owned by four noble families until 1527, after which it was granted as a fief to a chancellor of the Duke of Brunswick. The castle came into the possession of the von der Streithorst family as a ducal fief in 1562. They were followed by the von Badendorff family (1663–1733), Lowisen (Luise) von der Planitz, widow of von Badendorff (1734–1741), and in 1747, Heinrich Bernhard Schrader von Schliestedt, with the permission of Duke Karl I, purchased the castle complex. He demolished it and, not far from the castle site, built the two-story Rococo palace that stands today, according to plans by Martin Peltier de Belfort. The owners subsequently included the von Bülow family (1777–1846), the von Schwicheldt family, and the von Adelebsen family (1846–1929). After various changes of ownership and different uses, Schliestedt Palace has been a retirement home since 1950.

Schliestedt Palace was built between 1748 and 1760 in the Rococo style on the site of a castle belonging to the von Schliestedt family. The palace is considered the most significant example of Rococo architecture in the Brunswick region. The palace's predecessor was a castle whose construction date is unknown. It was the seat of the von Schliestedt family, whose line died out in 1613. An engraving by Merian from 1654 depicts the complex, consisting of a main building with a half-timbered upper story and an annex with a stone gatehouse. According to his description, the castle was already very old at that time, had a square shape, and was surrounded by a moat. As early as 1449, the Lords of Schliestedt (landowners from approximately 1147 to 1562) relinquished the castle to the Duke of Brunswick. The castle was owned by four noble families until 1527, after which it was granted as a fief to a chancellor of the Duke of Brunswick. The castle came into the possession of the von der Streithorst family as a ducal fief in 1562. They were followed by the von Badendorff family (1663–1733), Lowisen (Luise) von der Planitz, widow of von Badendorff (1734–1741), and in 1747, Heinrich Bernhard Schrader von Schliestedt, with the permission of Duke Karl I, purchased the castle complex. He demolished it and, not far from the castle site, built the two-story Rococo palace that stands today, according to plans by Martin Peltier de Belfort. The owners subsequently included the von Bülow family (1777–1846), the von Schwicheldt family, and the von Adelebsen family (1846–1929). After various changes of ownership and different uses, Schliestedt Palace has been a retirement home since 1950.

In Watzum, many historic buildings are well-preserved or have been restored. The local community is committed to preserving the character of the area and has installed informational plaques on over 20 buildings. This makes history come alive during a stroll. The Rübenburg (Beetroot Castle) and the manor house are particularly impressive. But the other houses and farmsteads also tell stories from a fascinating era when farmers invested their money in improving their homes. The sheer size of the barns reflects the bountiful harvests of that time.

But that there's much more to the colorful children's book hero with his jester's cap than just a harmless prankster can be discovered at the Till Eulenspiegel Museum. The new, large permanent exhibition addresses many questions one might have about Eulenspiegel – and challenges some assumptions. This allows visitors to form their own opinion of the various facets of the Eulenspiegel character. According to the book, Eulenspiegel was born around 1300 in Kneitlingen am Elm – which belongs to the present-day municipality of Elm-Asse. The stories of the medieval jester Till Eulenspiegel have been circulating in printed form for 500 years. The Eulenspiegel book was a bestseller from the very beginning and was quickly translated into many languages. This literary figure, equally popular with young and old, has been known throughout the world since the 16th century and has thus become a wonderful ambassador for the region.

In Schliestedt, there is a statue of Till Eulenspiegel. It is located in front of the Schliestedt Castle senior care facility. The statue depicts Till Eulenspiegel in a seated position with his thumb raised. It is a local monument, unlike the more famous statues in Schöppenstedt (where the Till Eulenspiegel Museum is located) or Mölln (his alleged place of death). The figure is frequently maintained and, for example, was seen "freshly painted and in a new outfit" in 2014.

Very nice view of the villages around Königslutter

A truly amazing highlight. A quick photo stop is worth it.

A truly amazing highlight. A quick photo stop is worth it.