Baroque and Renaissance manor house in Ketzür, Brandenburg, Germany.
Gutshaus Ketzür is a historic manor house in Ketzür, Beetzseeheide, Brandenburg, Germany. Built by the Broesigke family between 1546-1555, it features Renaissance-style gables and is a designated architectural heritage monument. The site is preserved for its historical and architectural significance.
Gutshaus Ketzür is a historic manor house located in the village of Ketzür, within the municipality of Beetzseeheide, Potsdam-Mittelmark district, Brandenburg, Germany. Built by the noble Broesigke family, it dates back to 1546-1555 and is recognized as an architectural heritage monument. The manor's history is intertwined with the Broesigke family, who were first mentioned in the Landbuch Karls IV. in the 15th century. Thile Brösigke, a vassal of the Brandenburgian margrave, held judicial rights and church patronage in the area. The manor underwent significant renovations in 1752 and 1783, with its western facade featuring a late Renaissance gable from 1586-1600. The two-story brick structure is noted for its Renaissance-style gables and prominent bay windows. Currently, Gutshaus Ketzür is preserved for its historical and architectural significance and remains open for visits, although specific visiting hours are not detailed. It is located at Ketzürer Dorfstraße 13, opposite the local church, with the postal code 14778. The manor is listed as a heritage monument by the Brandenburg State Office for Monument Preservation and Archaeological State Museum, highlighting its cultural importance in the region.
