Rückert, Lions and a country villa

The castle in Oberlauringen resembles a country villa. In the 19th century the castle was built in the late classical style. The castle gate with lions from the 18th century is impressive for you. After World War II, it accommodated orphans from Upper Silesia. From this the current use of the castle develops. It is used as a school and boarding school by youth welfare and disabled people. You can find out more about the castle on a guided tour in and around Oberlauringen.

Poetry is in the air

The castle is located in the Rückertdorf Oberlauringen. The world poet Frierich Rückert is omnipresent here. Go on a search for traces: You can find quotes from the poet on many houses. Experience timeless wisdom and great poetry on two circular routes around Rückert and Oberlauringen. You will find a poet, thinker, scholar, orientalist and great romantic in the Rückert.Poetikum. Hear, see, feel the poetry and life of Rückert in this detailed museum.