Castles in Germany
2049 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.
Burgruine Rabenstein
Germany
Falkenhof Schloss Rosenburg
Germany
Burgruine Tachenstein
Germany
Schloss Wildenberg
Germany
Burgruine Altjochenstein
Germany
Schloss Neuburg am Inn, Vorburg
Germany
Neuhaus Castle
Germany
Schloss Obernzell
Germany
Schloss Ortenburg
Germany