Baroque château in Mühlberg/Elbe, Brandenburg, built by Count Brühl.
Schloss Martinskirchen is a baroque château in Mühlberg/Elbe, Brandenburg, Germany, built between 1751 and 1756 by Count Friedrich Wilhelm von Brühl. Designed by architect Friedrich August Krübsacius, it features Dresden Rococo style and a French-style garden. The castle hosts cultural events and guided tours.
Schloss Martinskirchen is a historical château located in Mühlberg/Elbe, Brandenburg, Germany. Constructed between 1751 and 1756 by Count Friedrich Wilhelm von Brühl, the estate was acquired through his brother, Henry von Brühl, the Prime Minister of Saxony. The castle is a significant work of architect Friedrich August Krübsacius, a student of Johann Christoph Knöffel, and features elements transitioning from late Baroque to Classicism. It is recognized as an architectural heritage monument in Brandenburg. The main hall, known as the Marmorsaal, is notable for its Dresden Rococo style, with rich red stucco marble walls and a ceiling painting by Stefano Torelli. The surrounding area includes large parks and gardens, with a formal French-style garden featuring neatly trimmed hedges, bosquets, and fountains. Over the centuries, the castle has been owned by various noble families and was part of the Marienstern monastery until its secularization in 1539. Currently, Schloss Martinskirchen is managed by the Förderverein Schloss Martinskirchen e.V., which organizes guided tours and cultural events. The castle is open to visitors from May to October, hosting events like Schlössernacht and Tag des offenen Denkmals.
