Rosenauschlösschen

The Rosenauschlösschen by the pond Rittersteich is among the oldest secular buildings in Germany. It stands alongside the Münzmeisterhaus and the Steinerne Kemenate as one of Coburg’s oldest privately owned buildings. A palace was first documented here in 1397. The present building is a remnant of a moated palace built in 1435 by the Lords of Rosenau, wealthy Coburg mint masters. It was once surrounded by water and accessible only via a drawbridge. Over the centuries, it served various purposes, including as a ducal fish house and wash house. After World War II, the Coburg State Theatre used the Rosenauschlösschen as a scenery warehouse until the building fell into significant disrepair. A meticulous renovation in 1981 restored the Rosenauschlösschen to its former glory. It subsequently housed the Coburg branch of the Bamberg State Building Authority. Since 2013, the building has served as the Criminal Investigation Advice Centre for the Coburg Criminal Investigation Department. The Rosenauschlösschen remains a landmark of Coburg’s rich history, showcasing its architectural legacy and adaptability over centuries.