To be privately owned
CastleFrauenfeld
Freudenberg Castle (Frauenfeld)
The "Junkholz" Manor House+
History+
Former free seat, rebuilt in 1792 as the Junkholz manor house. In 1576, the manorial rights were transferred from the castle to the free seat in Junkholz.
The "Free Seat"
A "free seat" was a noble residence that was exempt from certain taxes and services. Its owners had the right to exercise lower jurisdiction and were often directly subordinate to the sovereign.
From Free Seat to Manor House
The original free seat in Junkholz was probably a fortified building, perhaps a small castle or a tower house. In 1792, it was replaced by the present manor house, which was built in the classical style.
Architecture+
The Junkholz manor house is a two-story building with a hipped roof. The facade is structured by pilasters and cornices. The main entrance is emphasized by a portico with columns.
Interior
The interior of the manor house has largely been preserved in its original state. The representative rooms on the ground floor include a large hall, a dining room, and a salon. On the upper floor are the private rooms of the owners.
Current Use+
Today, the Junkholz manor house is privately owned and is used as a residential building. It is not open to the public.
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