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The cultural heritage of Europe appears boundless. Not only the aristocracy, but also other influential personalities from various eras have profoundly shaped the European architectural landscape over the centuries. In many historic homes, pivotal decisions were made, and significant, small, and even tragic stories unfolded, thereby significantly influencing the development of Europe and its cultural centers.

Today, the often huge and pricey houses are contrasted by the trend of minimalism and reduction, and climate change requires a rethink in all areas of everyday life. Also in the real estate industry. Nevertheless, it is important to preserve this unique heritage and keep it alive in the 21st century. In doing so, modern concepts can open up new possibilities and make the renovation of a historic property ecological and sustainable.

The ideas and needs of prospective buyers are just as individual as a historic property. Using the filter it is possible to search for very specific criteria that are relevant to prospective buyers of castles and heritage properties such as an architectural epoch or a certain property characteristic.
Financing options for castles and palaces
Prospective buyers often inquire about financing options, especially for foreign properties. As a rule, this is not possible; financing issues must always be clarified with a domestic bank. A financing option for the purchase of a foreign property only arises, regardless of the type of property, if sufficient capital and collateral are available.

However, in some countries, such as the Czech Republic, there are special funding opportunities if, for example, the buyer is a non-profit institution and a charitable purpose is pursued with the purchase of a castle. In addition, buyers of a historic property can apply for general subsidies in almost all European countries and benefit from tax advantages. In principle, it is advisable to find out about opportunities and any special programs before buying.

Latest listings November 2024

Castle for sale Nerwiki, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship,  Poland
New
Nerwiki Palace in Northern Poland
Castle for sale Nerwiki, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, Poland
Historic estate with a palace/country house (2000 m²) and a guards house (250 m²). The Guards House has been fully renovated, while the Palace requires a complete renovation and rebuild. The architect overseeing the project has estimated the total cost of renovation at 13 million Zloty (around 3 Million euros). The owner, a descendant of the original pr...

Private Seller
Historic property for sale 01906 Burkau, Saxony,  Germany
New
Historic inn between Dresden and Bautzen
Historic property for sale 01906 Burkau, Saxony, Germany
30 minutes by car east of Dresden, the historic courtyard of the former "Mittelgasthof" on a hill offers views of the West Lusatian Highlands and a residential location in a well-established village environment, on its own plot and at the center of a four-sided farmstead. For more information, visit: //denkmalwohnhof-burkau.de Originally a farm, since 1...

Private Seller
Manor House for sale Pontedeume, Galicia,  Spain
Old villa in Galicia - Historic property for restoration
Manor House for sale Pontedeume, Galicia, Spain
Caserón "El Encanto" in Pontedeume: In Galicia, the term "Caserón" is often used to describe large, impressive buildings that once held a certain status but have lost it over time due to neglect and abandonment. This 1,200-square-meter property in Pontedeume, a town near Ferrol and A Coruña, is therefore a restoration project. However, the house still e...

Freelance
Castle for sale Dobrocin, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship,  Poland
Dobrocin country estate - Masurian Lake District
Castle for sale Dobrocin, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, Poland
Dobrocin country estate (formerly "Schloss Groß Bestendorf", today "Pałac w Dobrocinie") was probably built by the Waldburg family at the turn of the 17th and 18th centuries. In the 1840s, it was extended and remodelled in the Neo-Renaissance style by the German estate owner Alfred Gustav Friedrich von Domhardt. The manor was expanded with side wings, t...

Nieruchomości Zabytkowe
Castle for sale Oria, Apulia,  Italy
Palace with garden next to Oria castle
Castle for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
Historic Palazzo with Views of the Swabian Castle in Oria.: Situated in the historic Jewish quarter at the heart of Oria, this distinguished property boasts a terraced garden spanning 1,700 square metres, offering stunning views of the town, the impressive Swabian Castle, and the adjoining park. The garden is beautifully landscaped with ornamental plant...

Oikos Immobiliare
Historic Villa for sale Castropol, Asturias,  Spain
Casona in a breathtaking nature setting
Historic Villa for sale Castropol, Asturias, Spain
NORTHERN SPAIN: HISTORIC PROPERTY IN UNIQUE LOCATION: Casona de Sestelo is a detached stone building of 2,539 m², situated in the LUGAR DE SESTELO, a secluded area in the heart of the Oscos-Eo Terras del Burón Biosphere Reserve. It borders the Suarón River, a tributary of the Eo, a renowned salmon river, for more than 720 metres, in Castropol, Asturias....

Private Seller
Manor House for sale 18461 Grenzin, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania,  Germany
Between woods and meadows: Manor in secluded location
Manor House for sale 18461 Grenzin, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania, Germany
Looking for tranquility and solitude? Then you've come to the right place. The manor house is situated at the edge of a forest, at the end of an old chestnut tree avenue. Meadows extend on both sides, with the "Blinde Trebel" stream meandering through as a small brook. The formerly associated outbuildings no longer exist, and the small village of Grenzi...

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Castle for sale Roussy-le-Bourg, Grand-Est,  France
Castle in northern France near Luxembourg
Castle for sale Roussy-le-Bourg, Grand-Est, France
Step into history and embrace the opportunity to own the magnificent Château de Roussy-Comté, the final fief of the Counts of Luxembourg—a true architectural and cultural treasure. This historic château, constructed between the late 15th and mid-18th centuries, is nestled just 5 km from the French-Luxembourg border in the picturesque village of Roussy-l...

Private Seller
Castle for sale Żegrowo, Greater Poland Voivodeship,  Poland
Cute country manor for renovation in Greater Poland
Castle for sale Żegrowo, Greater Poland Voivodeship, Poland
The State Forest Office Kościan in the Greater Poland Voivodeship is offering a property for sale through an open, written bidding process. The property consists of a vacant and renovation-needed palace/mansion with an accompanying park in Żegrowo. The land area is 22,348 m², and the building area is approximately 502 m². The palace is a listed monument...

Private Seller
Castle for sale Pobórz, Łódź Voivodeship,  Poland
Palace in the picturesque village of Pobórz
Castle for sale Pobórz, Łódź Voivodeship, Poland
The real estate agency is pleased to present for sale an exceptional palace complex located in the picturesque village of Pobórz, Oporów commune, Kutno county. The property: The main palace, with a usable area of 1000 m², spread over two floors, is inside in a raw state, which gives future owners the possibility of any interior arrangement. This provide...

Vilea Sp. z o.o.
Historic Villa for sale Piotrków Trybunalski, Łódź Voivodeship,  Poland
Old Mansion in Poland: Willa Wanda in Piotrków Trybunalski
Historic Villa for sale Piotrków Trybunalski, Łódź Voivodeship, Poland
Villa Wanda: in Piotrków Trybunalski is one of the few examples of Art Nouveau architecture in the city and is considered a special landmark due to its historical significance. In the long-neglected and almost forgotten Art Nouveau villa at 14 Legionów Street was the central recruitment office for the Polish Legions, from which patriotic youth departed ...

Private Seller
Castle for sale Besançon, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté,  France
Château in Burgundy-Franche-Comté, Near Swiss Border
Castle for sale Besançon, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France
Perched on a hill overlooking the village and facing the church, this very elegant château stands on its large terrace bordered by balustrades, offering a magnificent view from every angle. Built around 1745 and attributed to the architect and sculptor Claude-Damien Gardaire (1703-1771), who also designed the Hôtel d'Agay and Hôtel Boitouset (now the Ar...

Denniel Immobilier
Manor House for sale 18556 Zürkvitz, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania,  Germany
Old Manor for renovation on Rügen Island
Manor House for sale 18556 Zürkvitz, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania, Germany
Zürkwitz, now a district of Wiek, is located directly on the Wieker Bodden in the northern part of the island of Rügen. The first mention of Zürkwitz dates back to 1341. Two hundred years later, the Pomeranian Duke Bogislaw X sold a portion of the village to Vicke van der Lancken. The von der Lancken family remained the owners of the estate by the Wieke...

Der Gutshaus Makler
Castle for sale Gola, Greater Poland Voivodeship,  Poland
Classical country mansion in Gola near Gostynin, Greater Poland
Castle for sale Gola, Greater Poland Voivodeship, Poland
Classical country mansion/manor (Pałac) from the end of the 18th century in Greater Poland. The historic property is located south of Poznan and east of the city of Leszno. To the house belongs the historical park with two ponds and a charming island. - Area of the palace about 1000m² - 22 rooms - 2 conference rooms - first floor - 350m² - upper floor -...
  • GBP 573,733

Nieruchomości REJ- Ewa Ruszkiewicz
Monastery for sale Rennes-le-Château, Occitania,  France
Bishop's residence with orangery in Rennes-le-Château
Monastery for sale Rennes-le-Château, Occitania, France
Former Bishop's Residence from the 17th Century with 18th Century Renovations and Extensions: This historic complex, spanning 1.3 hectares and featuring an orangery, was converted into a hotel-restaurant. It offers a total usable area of approximately 3,177 square meters, of which about 2,534 square meters are designated as living space. The current bui...

VVGroupe Immobilier du patrimoine
Castle for sale Blaye, New Aquitaine,  France
Wine estate near Bordeaux, 26 hectares, Côte de Bourg
Castle for sale Blaye, New Aquitaine, France
For Sale: 26-Hectare Vineyard with Small Chateau, 24 Hectares of Vineyards, and Wine Cellars North of Bordeaux: This property is located in the Côtes de Bourg and Côtes de Blaye appellations and is well-suited for agritourism. Description: The region along the Gironde estuary is culturally and historically significant with substantial economic importan...

VVGroupe Immobilier du patrimoine
Manor House for sale Penne-d'Agenais, New Aquitaine,  France
Country manor in a peaceful natural setting in New Aquitaine
Manor House for sale Penne-d'Agenais, New Aquitaine, France
Majestic 17th-Century Estate with 393 m² of Living Space in an Elevated Position: Set on a 1.92-hectare park-like property, this grand 17th-century estate offers approximately 393 m² of living space. The grounds also feature two renovated outbuildings, ideal for use as guest houses, offering a combined 250 m² of additional living area. The property incl...

VVGroupe Immobilier du patrimoine
Castle for sale Osetno, Lower Silesian Voivodeship,  Poland
Castle in Western Poland: Hotel concept and project plan available
Castle for sale Osetno, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
The Castle in Osetno: "Pałac w Osetnie": Formerly known as Schloss Osten, the castle in Osetno is an old manor estate located in Lower Silesia (Western Poland), nestled within the triangle formed by Legnica, Wrocław and Leszno. The current three-winged structure with a clock tower, standing on a small hill, has its origins in the Renaissance period and...

Black & White Sp. z o.o.
Castle for sale 97453 Schonungen, Bavaria,  Germany
Prestigious castle near Schweinfurt, Bavaria
Castle for sale 97453 Schonungen, Bavaria, Germany
The impressive castle in Germany is situated on a hill with a view of the Main River, surrounded by forest and a vineyard. The city limits of Schweinfurt are approximately 3 km away. There is a city bus connection, and the nearest highway is about a 10-minute drive. The area is rural and belongs to the large municipality of Schonungen. The castle was fi...

Private Seller
Historic Villa for sale Bee, Piemont,  Italy
Period villa with lake view and garden for restoration
Historic Villa for sale Bee, Piemont, Italy
Original Art Nouveau villa in the historic center of Bee with a stunning panoramic location. The house has its origins in the 15th century and was remodeled in the prevailing Art Nouveau style at the beginning of the 20th century. Since then, the villa has not undergone significant renovations, so it presents itself today in a largely original condition...

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