Schwartz Castle, Columbus
South of downtown Columbus is the German Village. This area was settled in the mid-1800s and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. All of German Village deserves to be explored and enjoyed on foot. However, there are a few standout places that cannot be missed. One of these spots is Schwartz Castle.
Schwartz Castle is a stately home in the German Village. Located on Third Street, the home was originally owned by apothecary shop owner Frederick Schwartz. Thought to have been driven mad after jilted by his fiance, Schwartz began adding basement levels to the home, a total of five, as well as a series of underground passageways. Though the home is now divided into offices and condominiums, it is also thought to be one of the most haunted places in the city. People say they continue to see Frederick Schwartz strolling through the house and sitting atop the flat roof though he died many years ago.
Those who aren't fond of ghost stories can still admire the architecture of the building. Though it is not possible to tour the underground areas to see the strange tunnels, it is worthwhile to pass by the building on foot to admire the beauty of this castle.
Schwartz Castle is a stately home in the German Village. Located on Third Street, the home was originally owned by apothecary shop owner Frederick Schwartz. Thought to have been driven mad after jilted by his fiance, Schwartz began adding basement levels to the home, a total of five, as well as a series of underground passageways. Though the home is now divided into offices and condominiums, it is also thought to be one of the most haunted places in the city. People say they continue to see Frederick Schwartz strolling through the house and sitting atop the flat roof though he died many years ago.
Those who aren't fond of ghost stories can still admire the architecture of the building. Though it is not possible to tour the underground areas to see the strange tunnels, it is worthwhile to pass by the building on foot to admire the beauty of this castle.
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Sight Name: Schwartz Castle
Sight Location: Columbus, USA (See walking tours in Columbus)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Columbus, USA (See walking tours in Columbus)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Columbus was first inhabited by the indigenous Adema, Hopewell and Fort Ancient people. Nearby mounds and a large number of artifacts kept at the Ohio Statehouse show evidence of these early cultures.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
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Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
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