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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 January 2025

Castle for sale 04603 Nobitz, Thuringia,  Germany
Investment project Castle in Saxony - 25 planned apartments
Castle for sale 04603 Nobitz, Thuringia, Germany
We are offering a completed project of 25 planned apartments in Schloss Ehrenhain to investors and global investors. The renovation has not yet begun. Further documents, such as the building description and floor plans, are available upon request with the provision of your full contact details. The building, the property, and the planning, including the...

Busch Immobilien GmbH
Castle for sale Štětí, Ústecký kraj,  Czech Republic
Castle complex in North Bohemia near Prague
Castle for sale Štětí, Ústecký kraj, Czech Republic
Four-winged Renaissance castle in the Czech Republic, located in the Ústí Region, 60 km north of Prague, between Štětí and Litoměřice. The castle was built on the remains of a medieval fortress dating back to the 14th century and acquired its current renaissance appearance in 1602. Since then, no significant alterations have been made with the exception...

Historic Properties Czechia - PRAGA1
Medieval Castle for sale Witostowice, Lower Silesian Voivodeship,  Poland
Water castle Witostowice in Lower Silesia
Medieval Castle for sale Witostowice, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
The moated castle in Witostowice is situated on an 11.62-hectare plot of land enclosed by outer defensive walls. It is surrounded by an inner moat, followed by an earthen defensive wall with five bastions and casemates. A second outer moat is crossed by a stone bridge, connecting the castle to the adjacent manor buildings. The moat is fed by underground...

Agencja Nieruchomości Historycznych
Castle for sale Wilków Wielki, Lower Silesian Voivodeship,  Poland
Renaissance castle in historical Silesia
Castle for sale Wilków Wielki, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
Manor House and Park Complex in Niemcza Municipality | Usable Area: 2,050 m² | Land Area: 4 hectares: A Renaissance manor house dating back to the late 16th and early 17th centuries, built on the site of an older defensive tower. The property has undergone multiple reconstructions and modernisations. Construction: Built of stone and brick, rendered.Lay...

WGN Leszno
Manor House for sale Strzyżno, West Pomeranian Voivodeship,  Poland
Former German Country House in West Pomerania
Manor House for sale Strzyżno, West Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland
Manor Estate "Pałac w Strzyżnie" in Western Pomerania: The manor of the former "Rittergut Streesen," located in the present-day village of Strzyżno, was built around 1870. The property includes a park with a large clearing and mature trees. The current plot size is 44,154 m². GROUND FLOOR:: Spacious entrance hall.Large rooms with various usage possibili...

Extra Invest
Manor House for sale Pisarzowice, Lower Silesian Voivodeship,  Poland
Polish country house: "Dwór Pisarzowice Górne"
Manor House for sale Pisarzowice, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
Manor House and Estate “Oberschreibersdorf” with Outbuildings in the Polish-German Border Region: This historic estate in Pisarzowice, near Lubań (formerly Schreibersdorf), combines the charm of a manor house with a spacious stable building and a two-storey distillery complete with a chimney – an exceptional opportunity for investors. Property Features...

Private Seller
Historic Villa for sale Pontedera, Tuscany,  Italy
Enchanted Tuscan villa - 49,42 acres
Historic Villa for sale Pontedera, Tuscany, Italy
Rare Opportunity in the Heart of Tuscany: Historic Villa with Over 20 Hectares of Land: Nestled between Pisa and Florence, this remarkable estate offers a blend of history, natural beauty, and unlimited potential. With over 20 hectares of olive groves, woodlands, and open fields, this property features an authentic 18th-century villa awaiting thoughtful...

Oikos Immobiliare
Castle for sale Wilków, Opole Voivodeship,  Poland
Wilków country house near Wrocław
Castle for sale Wilków, Opole Voivodeship, Poland
Nieder-Wilkau Manor ("Pałac w Wilkowie") is located to the east of Wrocław (formerly Breslau) and was constructed between 1890 and 1900. The manor is set on a rectangular plot with additional side extensions and is fully cellarised, comprising two upper floors and a converted attic. The main facade is accentuated by a portico with a wide, prominent stai...

Private Seller
Historic property for sale 01906 Burkau, Saxony,  Germany
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 Gola, Greater Poland Voivodeship,  Poland
Classical Country House in Greater Poland
Castle for sale Gola, Greater Poland Voivodeship, Poland
Classicist baroque manor (pałac) from the late 18th century in Greater Poland. The country property is located south of Poznań and east of Leszno, set amidst a historic park featuring two ponds and a charming island. Property Details:: Manor house area: approx. 1,000 m²22 rooms2 conference roomsGround floor: 350 m²Upper floor: 372 m²Basement: 290 m²Coac...
  • 592,108 GBP

Nieruchomości REJ- Ewa Ruszkiewicz
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 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
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
Period villa in Central Poland
Historic Villa for sale Piotrków Trybunalski, Łódź Voivodeship, Poland
Villa Wanda: A Historic Art Nouveau Landmark in Piotrków Trybunalski: Villa Wanda stands as one of the rare examples of Art Nouveau architecture in Piotrków Trybunalski and is recognised as a significant landmark due to its historical importance. This long-neglected villa, located at 14 Legionów Street, once served as the central recruitment office for ...

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...

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