Mattsies Castle awakens: New owner plans social meeting place!

Mattsies Castle awakens: New owner plans social meeting place!

The former splendor of Mattsies Castle in Tussenhausen could soon be revived. Johannes Ebner-Link acquired the historical monument together with his business partner and is presenting big plans. How merkur.de reports, the press conference to present the projects recently took place in the presence of state parliament member Bernhard Pohl, while his colleague Peter Wachler was unfortunately unable to attend that day.

The castle, whose roots go back to 1178, when the Lords of Mattsies were mentioned in documents, has an eventful history. It was rebuilt several times over the centuries and suffered numerous damages, including several destructions during wars and political upheavals, such as the burning in 1456 and the destruction in the Peasants' War of 1525. The last changes date back to 1905, when the Barons of Rougemont carried out renovations that continue to shape the castle today, as the information from burgenwelt.de clarify.

Where is the monument heading?

Ebner-Link has clear visions: The use of the castle should primarily serve the social sector and benefit children and young people. “We want to open the castle to the general public and awaken it from its slumber,” says the new owner optimistically. However, there are important steps to take first: the power supply is already guaranteed, but the water supply still needs to be established. In addition, a comprehensive sampling of the building structure will be necessary, which is expected to take at least six months and is associated with high costs.

As Pohl emphasizes, political and financial support should also be obtained for the project in order to create an inviting “open castle” that will provide space for local cultural events. The good relationships with the former owners could be a valuable help in pushing the project forward.

A look into the past

Mattsies Castle is not only architecturally remarkable, but also a piece of history. The mention of a castle at this location dates back to 1346. Afterwards, control changed several times until it became the property of Duke Maximilian of Bavaria in 1754.

In order to preserve the historical substance of the castle, it is essential to develop a well-thought-out usage concept. The challenges are diverse: from financing to the necessary renovation work. Current trends show that many castles and palaces in Germany need new uses so that they do not continue to fall into disrepair. These findings are also presented in the article architektur-blicklicht.de underlined.

In summary, the latest chapter in the history of Mattsies Castle has begun. With commitment and foresight, the historic building could once again become a place of encounter and happiness, which ultimately not only contributes to the enhancement of the location, but also revitalizes the love for history and culture in the region.