Schloss Hofen (Hofen Castle)

Schloss Hofen (Hofen Castle) Review

Schloss Hofen, a short walk from town along the lakeside promenade, is a small palace that served as the summer residence of Württemberg kings until 1918. The palace was formerly a priory—its foundations date from the 11th century. Today it is the private family residence of Duke Friedrich von Württemberg and cannot be visited. You can visit the adjoining priory church, a splendid example of regional baroque architecture. The swirling white stucco of the interior was executed by the Schmuzer family from Wessobrunn whose master craftsman, Franz Schmuzer, also created the priory church's magnificent marble altar. The church is open from 9 am to 6 pm daily, from Easter to the end of October; otherwise open only on Sunday.