Castles
10548 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.
Castle Loewenstein
France
Château de Lutzelhardt
France
Burgruine Neu Windstein
France
Oberhof
France
Château d'Ochsenstein
France
Osthoffen
France
Château de l'Ortenbourg
France
Ottrott
France
Château du Petit-Arnsberg
France