Burg Karlstein
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Burg Karlstein is a castle in Lower Austria, Austria.
Karlstein was first mentioned as Chadelstain in 1112. As a Feudal castle (castle held in fief) of various noble families, Karlstein belonged to the respective sovereign. Under the Puchheim family, it briefly became a centre of the Reformation from 1576 onward.
Since it was not continuously owned by one family for extended periods, it was continually rebuilt and expanded. Virtually no elements of the original castle remain. The preserved castle chapel dates back to the 16th century.
Its use has also changed over the centuries. Originally a noble residence, it was also a clock factory from 1880 onwards. The castle also served as a prison for a time. It is believed that the peasant leader Georg Schrembser was imprisoned there until his execution in 1597.
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