Surrounded by our eight-hectare castle park, you will find an oasis full of tranquility and untouched nature. Where once Tsar Peter the Great strolled, today shady spots under the canopy of centuries-old trees, idyllic ponds, and wide, winding paths invite you to take a deep breath.
The Castle
Your Renaissance Castle in the Weser Uplands of GermanyA JOURNEY THROUGH TIME IN ANCIENT WALLS
Schlosshotel Münchhausen is a place where history comes alive and special moments are created. The elegance of the Renaissance, the beauty of past centuries, and warm hospitality shape the unique atmosphere of our house. Leave everyday life behind, stroll through historic rooms and the extensive castle garden – and experience a castle that enchants and invites you to linger.
Welcome to Schloss SchwöbberA Living History
Our historic castle takes you into a world where magnificent architecture, lived tradition, and warm hospitality merge. Behind the historic walls lies a fascinating history that we have preserved with great attention to detail and carefully transformed into a unique castle hotel.
Our castle is much more than a retreat. It is a vibrant place of encounter where special experiences are created – from enjoyable evenings in a stylish atmosphere to the annual cultural summer that transforms our castle into a unique open-air stage.
Since Hilmar von Münchhausen converted the old manor in Schwöbber in the Weser Uplands into a castle in 1570, many small and large cultural treasures have accumulated. They still shape the unique atmosphere of the house today. Just go on a journey of discovery through our historic walls.
From Schloss Schwöbber to Schlosshotel Münchhausen
How did Schlosshotel Münchhausen actually get its name? It was Hilmar von Münchhausen who laid the foundation for the imposing Weser Renaissance building at this very spot. Under the historic name "Schloss Schwöbber" the house experienced glorious centuries, hosted European nobility, and was the cultural center of the region. After turbulent times and an elaborate, faithful restoration, we have carefully led this historical heritage into the modern era. Today, the house proudly bears the name of its founder as "Schlosshotel Münchhausen."
Embark on a journey of discovery and experience the historical milestones that still shape the unique atmosphere of our house today:
- Around 1570: Hilmar von Münchhausen begins the construction of the estate, the moats, and the garden.
- 1668: Otto and his brother Burchard von Münchhausen take over the castle.
- 1716: High visit: Tsar Peter the Great is interested in the largest plant collection in Europe at the time, especially the castle's own orangery with its exotic pineapple plantations.
- 1750: The castle park is redesigned and blooms as one of the earliest English landscape gardens.
- 1840: The romantic castle chapel is ceremoniously built.
- 1850: The castle establishes itself as the cultural center of the region and as a highly popular excursion destination.
- 1985–1992: Turbulent times: The last resident leaves the house in 1985. In 1992, the central wing is struck by a devastating fire.
- 2002: Friedrich Popken acquires the castle and begins the loving development into a 5-star hotel, preserving the unmistakable Renaissance style in detail.
- 2004: A new chapter: The house celebrates its grand opening as Schlosshotel Münchhausen.
- 2016: Awarded 5-Star Superior Hotel status
- 2017: Construction of the “SCHWÖBBAR” winter garden
- 2020: 450th anniversary of Schwöbber Castle
- 2024: 20th anniversary of Schlosshotel Münchhausen
