Destruction
A memorial made of shards
Schloss Loosdorf was built in the Middle Ages and has lived through numerous wars over the centuries, some of whose scars are still visible today.
Its history tells of unimaginable vandalism, the culmination of which can still be seen today in the so-called “shard room”. It is a room that stands as a memorial to the senseless destruction of war.
Schloss Loosdorf reveals both the tragedy of war and the beauty that can emerge from the reconstruction that follows.
Broken Collection
Reconstruction
Restored in Japan and Vienna
The Broken Collection illustrates reconstruction in its many different facets. From elements of different cultural eras and unique state rooms to restored porcelain pieces, Schloss Loosdorf is shaped by a constant commitment to preservation.
The historic porcelain and shard collection, unique in the world, is the centrepiece of the Broken Collection. Selected Asian and European pieces have been restored and reconstructed using the latest techniques by Japanese experts in Japan and by the University of Applied Arts Vienna.
Visit
Book your guided tour
and immerse yourself in the unique history of Schloss Loosdorf.
- Opening times 1 May to 31 October
- Advance booking by advance booking only
- Groups at least 5 people, with a guided tour
- Admission EUR 12 per person
- Guided tour fee EUR 55 per guided tour
- On request Guided tour with an exclusive meal at the castle
How it works
Your guided tour in four steps
01
Choose a date
Let us know your preferred date between 1 May and 31 October by email or phone.
02
Tell us your group size
Guided tours are available for 5 people or more. Please let us know how many will be coming.
03
Confirmation
We will confirm your booking and send you all the information you need for your journey.
04
Immerse yourself
State rooms, shard room and porcelain collection on a personal guided tour.
Gallery
From the collection
The Broken Collection gratefully acknowledges funding from the Province of Lower Austria.
