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The Top 20 Castles in the Swabian Jura

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 the Swabian Jura. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: December 2, 2025

Hohenneuffen Castle

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Hohenneuffen Castle - an unforgettable, unique setting in a magical place. That is the slogan of the castle restaurant Burg Hohenneuffen. There is something for everyone, from hikers to business …

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Hohenurach Castle Ruins

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A really large ruin complex of the former Hohenurach prison fortress. The Urach Waterfall can be seen and heard from there. There are still a few rooms, cellars, dungeons and …

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Lichtenstein Castle

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A castle like something out of a book. And in this case, that's actually true. The inspiration and model for rebuilding the Lichtenstein ruins in 1842 came from the castle …

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Teck Castle

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The kiosk offers ice cream, drinks, and light meals. The restaurant serves primarily regional delicacies from the kitchen and cellar. Guests also have the opportunity to participate in a genuine knight's feast.

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Reußenstein Castle

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Imposing castle ruins, easy to reach. Nice as a destination for a hike.

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Wildenstein Castle

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Wildenstein Castle is located about 200 meters above the Danube on a ledge. The first castle was probably built here around the year 1000, but the current buildings are from …

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Rauber Ruins

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The Rauber ruins are exactly how you would imagine a castle ruin to be: somewhat hidden in the forest, already half reclaimed by nature, but still enough masonry visible to …

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Hohenzollern Castle

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Hohenzollern Castle first appeared in documents and writings in 1267. After the first castle was destroyed, a larger and well-fortified castle was built on the same spot in 1454. In …

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Rosenstein Castle Ruins

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A few ruins of Rosenstein Castle still exist. From here, you have a beautiful, expansive view of the valley.

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Günzelburg Ruins

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The remains of Günzelburg Castle are located on a wooded ridge not far from the Lone Valley. Today, only a few fragments of the walls remain of the former castle, …

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The Top 20 Castles in the Swabian Jura

Hohenneuffen Castle

Hohenurach Castle Ruins

Lichtenstein Castle

Teck Castle

Reußenstein Castle

Wildenstein Castle

Rauber Ruins

Hohenzollern Castle

Rosenstein Castle Ruins

Günzelburg Ruins

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