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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

Historic property for sale 01906 Burkau, Saxony,  Germany
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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
Castle for sale Górki Dąbskie, Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship,  Poland
Neogothic country manor between Poznań and Bydgoszcz
Castle for sale Górki Dąbskie, Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland
The manor in Górki Dąbskie, "Pałac w Górkach Dąbskich", was remodeled around 1870 at the request of the landowner Eustachy Rogaliński in the style of English Neo-Gothic. Further modifications were carried out in the early 1920s by the last owners before 1945. After nationalization, the palace mainly served as an office building for a state agricultural ...

Nieruchomości Zabytkowe
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 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
Historic Villa for sale 99510 Apolda, Thuringia,  Germany
Old mansion in Apolda for renovation
Historic Villa for sale 99510 Apolda, Thuringia, Germany
The Art Nouveau mansion, built in 1910, is a rare opportunity for lovers of historic properties and investors. With its impressive size, preserved architectural details, and versatile usage possibilities, it offers significant potential for a value-enhancing investment. The villa is suitable both as a private residence and for rental purposes, especiall...

FALC Real Estate SL
Manor House for sale Perruel, Normandy,  France
Normandy manor for reconstruction near Perruel
Manor House for sale Perruel, Normandy, France
Originally, the château served as a dormitory for nuns. Later, it was used as residential housing for many years and is now divided into six apartments. The renovation of the dilapidated manor began in 2008. During this time, the building was gutted, and the floors were replaced with concrete. The roof was removed due to its poor condition. As a result,...

Private seller
Monastery for sale Foix, Occitania,  France
Monastery ruins in Foix, Ariège - Monument from the 14th century
Monastery for sale Foix, Occitania, France
Historic Property of a Former Cistercian Abbey from the 14th Century: This landmark, built by the mother of Gaston Fébus, is a historic site of a former Cistercian abbey dating back to the 14th century. Located in a dominant position within a protected agricultural zone, the enclosed complex was modified in the 19th century. It is situated 29 km from Fo...

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.
Manor House for sale Poręba Żegoty, Lesser Poland Voivodeship,  Poland
Former noble country estate - Large property with project planning
Manor House for sale Poręba Żegoty, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland
Estate of the Szembek Family in Lesser Poland: Most of the buildings in the country estate and park complex in Poręba Żegoty are currently in a ruined state. However, this sales offer includes a completed project for the reconstruction of the former estate, which was owned by the Szembek family. This prominent noble family produced numerous influential...

RE/MAX Duo II
Castle for sale Czerna, Lubusz Voivodeship,  Poland
Polish-German border: Historical plot with ruined manor
Castle for sale Czerna, Lubusz Voivodeship, Poland
A historic plot located in an autonomous forest east of the village of Czerna, a neighboring community of Iłowa in the Polish-German border region (Lubusz Voivodeship). This is a former industrialist's mansion from 1905 with two separate building sections, each accessible by its own driveway. The west part was designed as a building with two wings and a...

Private seller
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
Castle for sale Sośnie, Greater Poland Voivodeship,  Poland
Hunting lodge/Forest castle in Poland - unique property in Europe
Castle for sale Sośnie, Greater Poland Voivodeship, Poland
North of the city of Wrocław lies one of Europe's most remarkable residences: Hunting lodge Pałac Moja Wola was constructed between 1854 and 1855 as one of the hunting and summer residences of Duke Wilhelm August Ludwig Maximilian Friedrich of Brunswick (born 1806). While the architecture of Scottish country houses inspired many noble residences across ...

Private seller
Castle for sale 03099 Kolkwitz - Gołkojce, Brandenburg,  Germany
Large former hospital near Cottbus - Retirement home investment
Castle for sale 03099 Kolkwitz - Gołkojce, Brandenburg, Germany
Kolkwitz Castle and former lung sanatorium on the edge of the Spreewald: Planning a Premium Senior Residence Complex: Schloss Kolkwitz combines a senior residence with accessible apartments in a unique ensemble of architectural and garden artistry, located just outside the city of Cottbus and on the edge of the Spreewald. Project Highlights:: Over 100 a...

Private seller
Manor House for sale Region of Banská Bystrica,  Slovakia
investment project in central Slovakia: Classical baroque castle with park
Manor House for sale Region of Banská Bystrica, Slovakia
We are offering for sale a baroque-classicist castle from the mid-18th century located in the district of Revúca in southern central Slovakia. Originally built by the noble Szentiványi family, the castle was a center of Hungarian culture in Upper Hungary. It was visited by the renowned poet Sándor Petőfi already in the 19th century. Serving as an educat...

Private seller
Castle for sale Kounice, Středočeský kraj,  Czech Republic
Fixer upper investment castle near Prague
Castle for sale Kounice, Středočeský kraj, Czech Republic
Kounice castle is a stately four-wing Renaissance structure that evolved from a fortress, with later expansions and Baroque modifications. In front of the Baroque portal on the main facade stand two majestic African warriors, the work of Bohemian sculptor Ferdinand Maximilian Brokoff, whose notable works include the statues on Prague's Charles Bridge. T...

Luxent s.r.o.
Historic Villa for sale Legnica, Lower Silesian Voivodeship,  Poland
Restored Villa from the second half of the 19th century - an ideal place for a boutique hotel
Historic Villa for sale Legnica, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
We would like to present to you a historic villa built at the turn of 1870-1880. PARAMETERS OF THE PROPERTY:: The villa with a total area of 1573 m² was fully restored in the early 1990s, when the deteriorating property was acquired by the current owner, he put a lot of work and heart to restore the property to its current state. Inside, the original 1...

Porowski Premium Homes
Manor House for sale Manduria, Apulia,  Italy
Fixer upper 52-hectare country estate in Manduria, Apulia
Manor House for sale Manduria, Apulia, Italy
Characteristic Apulian property in a secluded location in the heart of the Mediterranean. This ensemble of buildings, dating from the 16th to the 18th century, is known as a Masseria, which refers to large manorial country estates in Apulia. They were widespread and represent the cultural heritage of the Mediterranean region. Although the buildings have...

Oikos Immobiliare
Manor House for sale Leszno, Greater Poland Voivodeship,  Poland
Manor with outbuildings and park near Leszno
Manor House for sale Leszno, Greater Poland Voivodeship, Poland
Simple classical country manor from the mid-19th century with a rectangular layout, high gable roof, and usable attic. The construction of the manor dates back to Jakub Hersztopski, a city secretary from Wschowa. Over the years, many renowned families from Greater Poland have lived here, including the Szczawiński, Ponikiewski, and Kęszycki families. The...

Nieruchomości Zabytkowe
Historic Villa for sale Koszalin, West Pomeranian Voivodeship,  Poland
Historic villa in Koszalin, West Pomerania
Historic Villa for sale Koszalin, West Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland
We are seeking an enthusiast of historical landmarks who will comprehensively renovate this gem from 1935 and restore the building to its former glory. The villa could serve as a beautiful home or as a prestigious headquarters for institutions, foundations, or businesses. It is located on Piłsudski Street in the protected and green district of Koszalin....

Urbanowicz Centrum Nieruchomości M.Urbanowicz G.Urbanowicz s.c.
Castle for sale Saintes, New Aquitaine,  France
Old abbey with castle in the south of France
Castle for sale Saintes, New Aquitaine, France
Former Cistercian abbey on the Way of St. James, founded in 1137. A rare feature is a preserved abbey chapel from the 12th century with a Romanesque-Byzantine facade. This unique property extends over 50 hectares of untouched nature with a river course and ancient remains. There is also a neoclassical castle from the 19th century as well as extensive ag...

Denniel Immobilier
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