Burg Stolpen
Burg Stolpen
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komsAustralia
Adelaide, Australia1,182 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
Stoplen is a historical town in Saxony. Most of the buildings in the town are from the Gothic era. But Stolpen is best known for its 800-year-old castle Burg Stolpen built on a basalt hill Schlossberg. (Basalt columns are visible almost everywhere.)
It has an interesting history. For nearly 350 years it owned by the Bishop of Meissen. Later its ownership was passed to the Electorate of Saxony. In the 17th century it served as fortification during the Napoleonic wars and today it is state property and is used as a museum.
One of the most fascinating of histories of Burg Stoplen is linked to the tragic fate of Anna Constantia von Brockdorff, Countess (Gräfin) von Cosel. Which was featured in an exhibition that explored her life, imprisonment and tragic fate.
Countess von Cosel was the mistress of Augustus II the Strong (August II Mocny) the King of Poland and Elector of Saxony. She was imprisoned in the castle for 49 years (from 1716 till her death in 1765). She was even buried in the castle chapel.
There are three of her tombstones from different eras exhibited in what remains of the castle chapel. Two of them are on the nearby wall. The more contemporaneous of the stones lies on the original grave site.
Her presence can be felt in the castle to this day. There are also some other interesting exhibitions to see as well.
The entrance is not free however, I think this is one of worthwhile castles, or rather what was left of it, to see in Saxony. I would highly recommend.
It has an interesting history. For nearly 350 years it owned by the Bishop of Meissen. Later its ownership was passed to the Electorate of Saxony. In the 17th century it served as fortification during the Napoleonic wars and today it is state property and is used as a museum.
One of the most fascinating of histories of Burg Stoplen is linked to the tragic fate of Anna Constantia von Brockdorff, Countess (Gräfin) von Cosel. Which was featured in an exhibition that explored her life, imprisonment and tragic fate.
Countess von Cosel was the mistress of Augustus II the Strong (August II Mocny) the King of Poland and Elector of Saxony. She was imprisoned in the castle for 49 years (from 1716 till her death in 1765). She was even buried in the castle chapel.
There are three of her tombstones from different eras exhibited in what remains of the castle chapel. Two of them are on the nearby wall. The more contemporaneous of the stones lies on the original grave site.
Her presence can be felt in the castle to this day. There are also some other interesting exhibitions to see as well.
The entrance is not free however, I think this is one of worthwhile castles, or rather what was left of it, to see in Saxony. I would highly recommend.
Written May 3, 2016
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shellyb72
Coconut Creek, FL79 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
We dumbed on to this fabulous fortress and it was an absolute favorite part of our trip. There were very few people here. We had the place almost to ourselves. We loved exploring every nook and cranny and learning about poor Countess Vin Cosel. The day was absolutely perfect!
Written June 17, 2019
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Drezdany
Richmond, CA256 contributions
Oct 2017 • Solo
It was a rainy day as Germany experienced storm Xavier. I decided to drive from Dresden to visit this fortress where the mistress of August the Strong was incarcerated until her death. What I didn’t know was that this fortress was built on and from its basalt ground, and is therefore one of its kind. While walking through the rooms, towers, and museum displays (incl. the torture chamber!), the storm hit hard and I watched from a tower window. It was a perfect day to visit such a fortress. As the rain let up, I was able to walk the grounds and a bit in the forest. The town of Stolpen is also very picturesque and worth a stroll. Great area to visit if you want to do something outside of Dresden.
Written June 24, 2018
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Bohemian Switzerland GUIDE
Krasna Lipa, Czech Republic75 contributions
Oct 2016 • Family
Lovely small castle. There are typical items (weapon, instrumenty of torture, ...) Very good cafe at the centre of castle.
Written October 20, 2016
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Jana46
Prague, Czech Republic463 contributions
Jul 2013 • Couples
Interesting place and must see for everyone interested in August the Strong. There is a very nice exhibition on Countess Cosel, her life and imprisoment in the castle. The text is in German, English and Czech. At beginning you see the model of the castle water supply and the torture chamber with various instruments. The place was formely own by the bishops if Meissen who resided there. Later it served as a hunting lodge and also as a strategic military fortress.Basalt, which forms the base of the fortress, was first described by scientists here in Stolpen. The characteristic stone of the castle mountain, as well as the deepest, unsupported basalt well in the world carry the status of a national geotope. There is also a small garden restaurant.
Written August 10, 2013
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ashevc
Dresden, Germany127 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
The place is, with no doubts, a special insider tip for tourists in the region. Authentic, restored with care in the last years (we saw it for the first time ca 8 years ago - huge difference), the castle offers unique combination of history, architecture, landscape, geology, folklore and contemporary comfort remaining a quite place at the roadside of the main touristic stream. Close to Dresden, reachable by public transportation (bus line 261).
For geocacher-community: recommended area for daily rounds
For geocacher-community: recommended area for daily rounds
Written September 2, 2018
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MZ123461
Prague, Czech Republic3,559 contributions
May 2016 • Friends
2016 will be the 300th anniversary of a tragic event in Countess Cosel’s life – her imprisonment at Stolpen Castle. The place is in a good shape and the city around Charming.
Written June 2, 2016
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Gerd H
Bochum, Germany257 contributions
May 2012 • Couples
Visiting Dresden a trip to Stolpen Castle is highly recommended. Coming from Dresden by car you use the B 6 direction Bautzen leaving at the Fischbacher Kreuz Roundabout, following the signs for Stolpen. On a clear day you can see the castle from far high above the town. Park your car somewere in town and walk uphill through the cobbled lanes towards the castle. You enter the castle through the Gatehouse, the next building is the "Kornhaus" (Granary), here you find the till. Entrance fee is 5,-€ for adults, reduced prices 2,50€, children up to 5 are free. The castle is open during summer from 9am till 6pm, last entrance 5:30.
In the Cornhouse you find different exhibitions and a display of a medieval torture chamber. Also you find here a film about the history of Stolpen Castle.
The next building is the Johannis (or Cosel) Tower. This is the tower in which the "Reichsgräfin Cosel" , the most famous mistress of "King August the Strong" was prisoner for 49 years after she fell from grace. There is a very informative exhibition about her captivity and you can visit some of the rooms she lived in.
The foundations of Johannistower are on columnar basalt, which you can clearly see in different places around the castle.
Next building is the "Schlösserturm" with one special feature, a hole in the wall outsidde near the gate, stay there and send someone into the tower, there you find also a hole in the wall, and pressing your ear to this hole you can hear nearly every word that is spoken outdoors.
Finally you cross "Seigerturm", left of it is the Cafeteria with indoor and outdoor seats, here you can have a snack or a drink very moderatelypriced.
After a refreshment there are some things to see, in the chapel you find the grave of Countess Cosel, also the very deep well (84m) and the "Siebenspitzenturm" with a wonderful viewpoint on top, and old kitchen downstairs and the chance to see the ghost of teh castle in the old basement.
Looking down from the top of the tower you can see again the basalt, showing that the hill Stolpen Castle is built on is of volcanic origin.
Also you have a wonderful view over the town and further on, eventually to Hohnstein Castle and the Elbsandstein-Gebirge.
In the Cornhouse you find different exhibitions and a display of a medieval torture chamber. Also you find here a film about the history of Stolpen Castle.
The next building is the Johannis (or Cosel) Tower. This is the tower in which the "Reichsgräfin Cosel" , the most famous mistress of "King August the Strong" was prisoner for 49 years after she fell from grace. There is a very informative exhibition about her captivity and you can visit some of the rooms she lived in.
The foundations of Johannistower are on columnar basalt, which you can clearly see in different places around the castle.
Next building is the "Schlösserturm" with one special feature, a hole in the wall outsidde near the gate, stay there and send someone into the tower, there you find also a hole in the wall, and pressing your ear to this hole you can hear nearly every word that is spoken outdoors.
Finally you cross "Seigerturm", left of it is the Cafeteria with indoor and outdoor seats, here you can have a snack or a drink very moderatelypriced.
After a refreshment there are some things to see, in the chapel you find the grave of Countess Cosel, also the very deep well (84m) and the "Siebenspitzenturm" with a wonderful viewpoint on top, and old kitchen downstairs and the chance to see the ghost of teh castle in the old basement.
Looking down from the top of the tower you can see again the basalt, showing that the hill Stolpen Castle is built on is of volcanic origin.
Also you have a wonderful view over the town and further on, eventually to Hohnstein Castle and the Elbsandstein-Gebirge.
Written June 19, 2012
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Buffalo Soldiers
Fort Stockton, TX43 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Awesome!!! I really love this place and it’s always great to be there. It was our third visit and it won’t be the last. Our kids are afraid of the ghost in the cellar. Great idea!!
Written February 21, 2020
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RobLaw47
Pittsburgh, PA3,578 contributions
Nov 2019 • Solo
Based on TA raves, drove here and climbed a long way only to find no open entrance.Other old fortified castles in the area are open. A German I met also had no luck.
Written November 4, 2019
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