The history of Ziethen Castle

Ziethen Castle was built around 1355 by the Bredow family as a fortified house and was much smaller at that time. Significant structural elements from this initial construction phase are still preserved, including the vaulted cellar, which is now used as a special event space, sections of the outer walls, and the core of the "Black Kitchen." Originally housed in a separate building, the "Black Kitchen" is considered the oldest surviving kitchen in Brandenburg.

The "Fortified House" was not the first building on the grounds. A small castle stood on the island in the park as its predecessor. During the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648), the "Fortified House" was destroyed. Its reconstruction was used as an opportunity to enlarge it, add stories, and remodel it in the Baroque style. This resulted in the impressive staircase and the suite of salons, the "enfilade," on the park side of the house. In the late 19th century, the Baroque manor house was extended with two striking side wings in the Neoclassical style. Thus, almost all owners of the castle – and there have been quite a few – have left their own mark on it. These include the von Bredow family as the first builders, later owners such as Field Marshal von Blücher, the von Bülow family, and, of course, the current owners, the von Thüngen-Reichenbach family.

In 1994, Edith von Thüngen-Reichenbach, née von Bülow, and her husband, the architect Herwig Kroll, took over the dilapidated building. They restored and renovated it with great personal dedication and impeccable taste, aiming to revive the manor house and park in their original character while carefully integrating all the amenities of a modern hotel and restaurant, thus creating a welcoming and hospitable place for guests.

Located directly next to the castle in the park is the former village school, built in 1952, now the Rose House. It was completely renovated in 2012 and today houses conference and event rooms.

The former manor house belonging to the castle is also being gradually renovated and expanded. The former granary, which was rebuilt between 1998 and 2000, now houses 13 guest rooms.