Schloss Wildenstein, Fichtenau
Facts and practical information
Wildenstein Castle is a castle in the district of Wildenstein in the municipality of Fichtenau near Crailsheim in the district of Schwäbisch Hall in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
The three-winged complex dates from the 16th century, staircase bay and gable from the 17th/18th century. Four corner towers were demolished in the 19th century. In 1662 the castle passed from the von Knöringen family into the possession of the Barons Hofer von Lobenstein. This family had left their possessions around Lobenstein Castle in Zell because of their Protestant faith. The part of the name Hofer is derived from the family ancestral seat Burg Hof am Regen.
There are various haunted stories circulating about Wildenstein Castle.
Lange Straße, 9/1Fichtenau
Schloss Wildenstein – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Hornberg, Rothenburger Tor, Segringer Tor, Nördlinger Tor.