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Castles in Austria
210 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.
Château de Hohenwerfen
Austria
Burg Mauterndorf
Austria
Burgruine Weyer
Austria
Burg Alt-Teuffenbach
Austria
Schloss Burgstall
Austria
Burg Deutschlandsberg
Austria
Schloss Ehrenhausen
Austria
Burgruine Eppenstein
Austria