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In the fourth courtyard of the castle in Burghausen is the outer castle chapel of St. Mary, also known as Hedwig's Chapel. It was built under Duke George of Wittelsbach and his wife Hedwig between 1479 and 1489.

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The glittering Salzach River, the world's longest castle and the listed old town with its stylish moat roofs and high facades form a triad - beautiful like in a fairy tale. Due to the rapid growth of the new town during industrialization, the medieval old town was preserved in a unique urban coherence and is a special listed ensemble. The colorful town houses typical of the Inn-Salzach region with their gable walls extending above roof height and rich facade decoration are remarkable. Cozy beer gardens and terrace restaurants, convivial pubs, pretty cafés, stylish bars and much more offer culinary supplies around the clock in Burghausen, while impressive museums, artistic galleries and Burghausen's unique sights offer great opportunities for activities. Source: https://www.visit-burghausen.com/altstadt

In addition to its function as part of the castle's defense system, the Wöhrsee also served to operate the ducal court mill in the Middle Ages. It was used as a fishing water and as a source of ice. The mineral-rich water from a spring in the north of the Wöhrsee basin, today called the "Herzogbad", was used for healing and recreation during the time of Duchess Hedwig. From the late 18th century there was a health resort there. After the buildings were demolished, a Kneipp facility was built on the site. From the 19th century onwards, a garrison swimming school was operated on the Wöhrsee. From 1833, Burghausen citizens were also allowed to swim there. After the water had been temporarily privately owned after the garrison left in 1891, the city acquired the court mill and the Wöhrsee in 1901. Lake festivals were held regularly from 1913 to 1957. The previously separate bathing facilities for men and women were opened in 1934/1935 as the Wöhrsee family pool. The first German ice swimming championships took place in January 2015 on 25-meter-long lanes in the Wöhrsee natural pool, and the world championships in ice swimming took place in 2017. Source: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/W%C3%B6hrsee

The clock tower with covered well house is located in the fifth courtyard (sixth castle courtyard) of the castle. The picturesque tower with striking clock and sundial dates from the 16th century.

The outer castle chapel of St. Mary, called Hedwig's Chapel, was built under Duke George the Rich and his wife Hedwig between 1479 and 1489. It is an important example of late Gothic architecture. Since the 16th century at the latest, there has been a garden next to the chapel. In a description of the castle from 1573, it is referred to as "the captain's wide garden". The name "Vicedomgarten" is still in use today (Vicedom = chief administrator and deputy of the duke). The division of the garden into a uniform grid of paths and green spaces can be traced back to the 18th century on plans. The gardener's tower stands directly next to the garden. In 1573 it was simply called "ain wacht Thurn", and its traditional name also refers to its use as a residential building. Such dual use was common for many of the castle's towers. Source: https://www.burg-burghausen.de/deutsch/hoefe/vierter.htm

If you want to see the carp in Burghausen, you should first visit the castle and then go downstairs. Otherwise, you'll have to climb the stairs!

Very nice tower and in very good condition.