Castles in Upper Franconia

Visiting the castle ruins as a landmark of the Franconian Switzerland is a MUST.
Scenic location above the loop of the Wiesenttal, expansion of the old tower ruin to the … read more

The castle is located on the western end of a rocky Jurakuppe in Spornlage visible from far above the valley. The third section of the plateau to the east of … read more

The highlight of the Streitburg is the well-preserved hole prison.
The views of Steitberg are also fantastic, a worthwhile excursion and hiking destination.

The splendor and knights' halls of the well-preserved Rabenstein Castle can be explored on a guided tour and also learn about the history of the masonry. After the castle tour … read more

The Calypso Grotto, a mighty rock arch, forms the auditorium of the ruin theater, which was built in 1747 and has been preserved to this day. The orchestra pit, the … read more

Opposite the Waldsteinhaus, there is a rock wall on which the remains of the Waldstein Fortress can be seen. The fortress is also known as the Red Castle because it … read more

If you have some time, you should enjoy the water features on the cascade in the southern area of the castle and sit down on one of the stone benches … read more

The castle ruin Leienfels was a late medieval Adelsburg, immediately northwest of the same village Leienfels, you reach the ruins of the village Leienfels in a northwestern direction. At the … read more

The late Romanesque castle Zwernitz sits enthroned on a narrow dolomite rock above the village of Sanspareil.

High above the town of the same name rises the ruins of the castle Bärnfels. The most striking feature is the rock tower made of dolomite rock. He was the … read more

The Epprechtstein with its ruined castle is the church Lamitzer local mountain. From the viewing platform on the 798 m high summit, you have a wonderful view of the surrounding … read more

The Veste Coburg, also known as the "Franconian Crown", rises high above the city with its mighty walls and towers. "Koburgk" was first mentioned in a document in 1056. The … read more

The castle is a gigantic building with a beautiful large palace square.
Beautiful well-preserved facility

The moated castle is the landmark of Mitwitz and an absolute highlight. A visit to the castle surrounded by water with its many original furnishings from the 16th to 20th centuries is very worthwhile.

Idyllic walks are offered by the Wiesenttal below the castle. In addition, here is the water sports paradise for canoeists. On a lively boat tour through the idyllic Wiesenttal you … read more

Bad Berneck is also known as Burgenland for a reason. There are a total of six fortifications in and around Bad Berneck, which give visitors a touch of the Middle … read more

A break in the castle courtyard is not possible, but benches and tables invite the visitor to take a rest with a view of the fortified tower of the Nordeck ruins.

The moated castle Mitwitz is located in the market town of Mitwitz between Coburg and Kronach in the Steinachgrund at the mouth of the Föritz in the Steinach.
The moated … read more

Also one of my favorite places to get away from the hustle and bustle, recharge your batteries and have a beautiful view!

It is worthwhile to visit the Hirschstein in the early morning or in the evening hours. When the fog is still lying in the valleys and the sun rises slowly … read more