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Friedrichstein Castle

Historic yellow castle with a tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a cobblestone path, under a partly cloudy sky.

Friedrichstein Castle

Woman in a long yellow dress and hat stands by a window in an ornate room with portraits on the walls and wooden flooring.

Friedrichstein Castle

A large, historic yellow building with multiple windows, a courtyard with cobblestones, and a central green tree under a partly cloudy sky.

Friedrichstein Castle

A historical tent with ornate red and gold patterns on display in a museum setting.

Friedrichstein Castle

A man in period clothing stands beside a seated woman in a white dress holding a book, in an elegant room with a large painting and a bust.

From the castle to the museum

From the castle to the museum: Over 900 years, Friedrichstein Castle in Bad Wildungen has experienced many changes. Today, impressive exhibitions can be seen here.

The collection Hessian Military History displays weapons, uniforms, medals, and paintings from the 16th to the 19th century. Many of the objects were visually impressive status symbols.

Also significant are the so-called Turcica: The military items from the Ottoman Empire were acquired by the Landgraves of Hesse-Kassel as war booty, gifts, or through purchase. The highlight is a richly decorated audience tent.

A new permanent exhibition showcases castle rooms in the style of the Empire. The precious furniture from the early 19th century comes from Wilhelmshöhe Castle and the Kassel Residenzpalais at Friedrichsplatz. They are complemented by clothing, ceramics, and paintings.

Opening Hours

TagUhrzeit
1.4. to 31.10.
Tuesday to Sunday10 am to 5 pm
Holidays10 am to 5 pm


1st of November to 31st of March.
Friday to Sunday10 am to 5 pm
Holidays10 am to 5 pm
24th, 25th, and 31st of December.closed
1.1.12 to 5 pm

Visiting the castle is only possible on the half hour with a guided tour. The last tour starts at 3:30 pm.

Admission prices

KategoriePreis
Adults8 Euro
Reduced5 Euro
Under 18 years oldfree
Annual pass60 Euro

reduced price & free entry

Address

Contact

Visitor service
+49 (0)561 316 80-123
service@heritage-kassel.de

Hessen Kassel Heritage
Friedrichstein Castle
Castle Street 23
34537 Bad Wildungen
+49 (0)5621 65 77
info@heritage-kassel.de

Accessibility

  • Service Dogs welcome
  • Dedicated parking bays for people with reduced mobility
  • Not fully accessible
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