Small Town of 6,000 Invites Elon Musk to Buy Their Medieval Castle
Residents of Głogówek, Poland, hope Elon Musk will invest in their historic castle
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Głogówek: Residents of this small Polish town are making a bold move. They’ve invited Elon Musk to buy their medieval castle and turn it into his European headquarters.
This charming town, with just about 5,600 people, is hoping Musk will use some of his massive fortune to fix up the castle. They want him to consider it a second home, which sounds pretty cool, right?
The mayor, Piotr Bujak, has even sent letters to Musk’s companies and reached out on social media. So far, there’s been no word from Musk about the offer.
Interestingly, Musk has been looking for a castle in Europe. The mayor thinks Głogówek’s 13th-century fort would be a perfect fit compared to other options like Tuscany.
Głogówek is right by the Czech border and is known for its beautiful scenery and wine-making history. The castle has a rich past, having hosted famous composer Ludwig van Beethoven.
But here’s the catch: the castle needs a lot of work. It’s crumbling and would require a good amount of cash to restore it to its former glory.
If Musk decides to invest, the town hopes he’ll not only renovate but also upgrade the property to meet his needs. The mayor believes the castle has a great vibe and is the ideal spot for something amazing.
He’s confident that Głogówek is just as good as Tuscany, boasting a perfect climate and a unique charm. Musk has been focusing more on Europe lately, so who knows what might happen?