Castles in Germany
2344 PlacesCastle tourism invites visitors into history, romance, and architectural splendor. Castles, primarily from the medieval era, were originally fortified structures built by nobility or royalty for defense and as symbols of power. Many sit atop strategic sites overlooking villages or countryside, offering commanding views and engaging stories of their past.
Modern-day travelers can explore castles through guided tours, often furnished with period artifacts. Some castles are converted into luxury accommodations, while others host festivals, performances, or historical reenactments that bring the past to life.
Wehrstein Castle
Germany
Ruine Willenburg (Schlössle)
Germany
Burg Weiberzahn, Bärenburg
Germany
Wasserburg Entenburg
Germany
Burgruine Waldau
Germany
Burgruine Altrietheim
Germany
Burgruine Baldenberg
Germany
Ruine Burgstall
Germany
Burgreste Bräunisburg
Germany