The Castle can be visited
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Hubertusburg Castle
Hubertusburg Castle, a hunting lodge of the Saxon electors, is in Wermsdorf. It is known as one of the largest Baroque buildings of its kind in Europe and played a role in Saxon history.
History+
The construction of Hubertusburg Castle began in 1721 under Augustus the Strong, who intended to use it as a royal Polish and electoral Saxon residence. By 1724, the building was largely completed. Between 1733 and 1752, the originally three-winged main building was transformed into the semicircular complex visible today, with numerous artists contributing to its interior. During the Seven Years' War, in 1761, the castle was plundered and severely damaged on the orders of Frederick II of Prussia. Despite this destruction, it became the scene of historical events: on February 15, 1763, the Peace of Hubertusburg, which ended the Seven Years' War, was signed here.
Location+
Hubertusburg Castle is in Wermsdorf in the district of Nordsachsen, in the federal state of Saxony, Germany. It is at an elevation of approximately 193 m above sea level.
On site+
Today, Hubertusburg Castle can be visited and also houses a hospital. Visitors can explore the architecture and the preserved parts of the interior.
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