Oberhof Manor (Büdingen)

The Oberhof, built in 1569/70, is the oldest Renaissance building in the city of Büdingen. Originally, the courtyard complex, comprising several building parts, was built by Count Georg zu Ysenburg and Barbara Countess von Wehrtheim by the Franconian master builder Conrad Leonhard. The building served the zu Ysenburg family for generations as a residence and widow's seat. As part of the overall Altstadt Büdingen complex, the Hof is protected cultural property in accordance with the Hague Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict.

Many details of the residential building are of interest: Stonemason's marks can be found on the window reveals. Building inscriptions can still be seen on the north side towards "Obergasse". Remains of the exterior painting (Noah's Ark) are visible on the south gable. The entrance with its carved wooden door is framed by the coat-of-arms-decorated main portal, and the eastern bay window is adorned with antique-style figures ("Schreckköpfe").

In 1959, the city of Büdingen took over the Oberhof. The dilapidated property was renovated for 9 million Euros and is now home to the Music and Art School. The "Pferdestall" (horse stable) and the "Sälchen" (small hall) are used for various cultural events such as readings, concerts, or art exhibitions.