The Top 20 Castles in Upper Bavaria
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20
beautiful castles to choose from in Upper Bavaria. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in Upper Bavaria. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 6, 2025
The former hunting lodge is simply beautiful to look at. There is also a restaurant and cafe.
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When Count Palatine Ottheinrich and his brother took over the rule of Pfalz-Neuburg in 1522, he found a medieval castle complex in his residence town of …
When Count Palatine Ottheinrich and his brother took over the rule of Pfalz-Neuburg in 1522, he found a medieval castle complex in his residence town of …
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The magnificent castle complex, the Schleißheimer Park, both from Lustheim as well as from the New Castle, is one of the most important European Baroque gardens. The ensemble of the …
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Very nice setting. Be sure to take the detour to the castle with you. Just because of the view.
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Quiet, contemplative castle ruins, to which a detour is definitely worth!
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The Schachenhaus lies in 1867 meters height below the royal house at the Schachen. The cozy hut is managed throughout the summer and offers food from the farm's own and …
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A Renaissance castle in the middle of the floodplain forest!
The castle complex in the Auwald is a fine example of the German early Renaissance and was built between 1530 …
The castle complex in the Auwald is a fine example of the German early Renaissance and was built between 1530 …
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a magnificent castle perched on the rock massif
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Nice gravel bike path along the Danube. You have a beautiful view of the city and the castle.
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On the Herreninsel you can visit the most famous attraction of the region all year round: Herrenchiemsee Castle. King Ludwig II had it built on the model of Versailles from …
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