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The Top 20 Castles in Franconian Switzerland

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 Franconian Switzerland. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: November 19, 2025

Neideck Castle Ruins

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A visit to the castle ruins as a landmark of Franconian Switzerland is a MUST.

The scenic location above the loop of the Wiesenttal, the conversion of the old tower …

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Pottenstein — Old Town and Castle

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Beautiful place with many half-timbered houses, great for the Festival of Lights on January 6th. Fantastic valley view from the castle and the hillside/mountain paths.

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Ruins of Streitburg Castle

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The castle ruin Streitburg or ruin Streitberg is the remnant of a high medieval Adelsburg over the village Streitberg at the mouth of the Franconian Switzerland. The exact time of …

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Rabenstein Castle

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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 …

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🏛️ Giechburg

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In order to ensure the continued existence of the facilities, the support group of the Friends of Giechburg e. V. was founded and the first significant renovation work was initiated. …

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Seehof Palace

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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 …

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Gößweinstein Castle

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Gößweinstein Castle, also known as Gößweinstein Castle, is a medieval hilltop castle in Gößweinstein in the Forchheim district in Bavaria. The complex, located high above the market and the Wiesent, …

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Zwernitz Castle

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Zwernitz Castle, first mentioned in documents in 1156, is perched on a huge rock massif. At that time, the 32-meter high keep was used for the transmission of smoke signals …

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Panoramic view of Rabenstein Castle

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Already at the Schweinsberg car park you have a wonderful view of Rabenstein Castle and the Klausstein Chapel from the summit cross.

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Atzelsberg Castle

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Atzelsberg Castle boasts beautifully maintained grounds, and there's an inn with a lovely beer garden next door. It's located directly on the hiking trail and has a parking lot, making it a great starting point for hikes.

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The Top 20 Castles in Franconian Switzerland

Neideck Castle Ruins

Pottenstein — Old Town and Castle

Ruins of Streitburg Castle

Rabenstein Castle

🏛️ Giechburg

Seehof Palace

Gößweinstein Castle

Zwernitz Castle

Panoramic view of Rabenstein Castle

Atzelsberg Castle

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