Marienburg Castle is one of the most important neo-Gothic architectural monuments in Germany. It was built between 1858 and 1869 by order of King George V of Hanover as a summer residence for his wife Queen Marie. The complex is located on the Marienberg in Pattensen, around 20 kilometres south of Hanover, and offers an impressive view over the Leine Valley.
The architecture of the castle was designed by the architects Conrad Wilhelm Hase and Edwin Oppler and is characterised by its four-winged structure with towers, bays and a castle chapel. Particularly noteworthy are the magnificent Knights' Hall, the library with its ornately decorated umbrella vault and the fully preserved castle kitchen.
After the defeat of the Kingdom of Hanover in the war against Prussia in 1866, the royal couple left the castle, which then remained uninhabited for several decades. It was only after the Second World War that it was used again, including as a residence for members of the Guelph family.
The Marienburg Castle Foundation has owned the castle and its inventory since 2019. The foundation has set itself the goal of preserving the castle's cultural heritage and making it accessible to the public. This includes extensive renovation work, which should be completed by 2030.
Due to these renovation works, the castle is currently closed to visitors. However, it is possible to experience the castle digitally in 360° mode.
Marienburg Castle has also become famous as a location for film and television productions. For example, it served as the backdrop for the Amazon series "Maxton Hall", in which it portrays an elite college.
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Marienberg 1
30982 Pattensen
From 10 August 2024, there will again be a gastronomic offer in the castle courtyard of Marienburg Castle. The opening hours of the catering service are Friday to Sunday from 12.00 to 19.00, initially for two months.
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