Castles in Rhineland-Palatinate

Hidden in the green of the Elzbachtal, the walls of Burg Eltz tower. The German model castle, which was never destroyed and graced the 500-Mark-Schein for many years, corresponds to …read more

Once upon a time, the emperors of the Staufer family were enthroned high up on this huge rock ship, steering the destinies of the Holy Roman Empire of the German …read more

About Klingemünster is this extremely well-preserved castle, which is one of the most famous in the Palatinate. From the keep you have a sensational view over the entire Rhine valley. …read more

Directly on the border with French Alsace can be with 571 m above sea level. NN find the highest castle of the Palatinate.

It boasts a very well-preserved upper castle …read more

Idyllic in the forest and in the vineyards, in the outskirts of the Kropsburg, lies the "Burgschänke" with its bright and airy guest room and wonderful wine and beer garden. …read more

Once at the top, there is a beautiful panorama: the meadows below and Löf opposite. In the castle is also a small café that invites you to take a break.

The Saffenburg is farmed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays in May, September and October. But a visit is always worthwhile.

The Marksburg is the only castle never destroyed on the Middle Rhine. In the castle there is a very good gastronomy and there are guided tours offered at regular times, which take about 50 minutes.

The landmark of Wachenheim towers on the hillside above the village. In addition to a fantastic view from the former donjon there is also the castle tavern Wachtenburg with Palatinate …read more

Great castle ruins in which children can also go on their discovery tour. At the entrance a small donation box for the preservation of this beautiful ruin. 👍Please note: The …read more

The Hambach Castle is nice to look at on its hill, but that is not the deciding factor. Going up there, "up to the castle" and being at the birthplace …read more

The picturesque location of the castle Rheinstein enchanted in 1823 the Prince Frederick of Prussia, who also bought the castle promptly. At that time, the castle was little more than …read more

The earliest mention of Wolfsburg is contained in a Lehensurkunde of 1269. An interesting and very long castle ruin. Definitely worth a visit. Admission is free and it is accessible at all times.

A jewel among the Palatinate castles. Well restored, with excellent castle taverns and a view that can otherwise only be enjoyed from the Landeck. On clear days you can see …read more

The Dahner castles group consists of the rock castles Altdahn, Grafendahn and Tanstein. All three are exceptionally well restored and thus offer an authentic castle experience. Admission is free.

Below …read more

A really special place. Be sure to watch the Slevogt exhibition and take a tour through the living and festival rooms of the Bavarian kings!

One of these castle ruins, which are great to explore with children. The approach is steep but extremely short. The view over Busenberg and the gently rolling hills of Wasgau …read more

A ruined castle, according to legend, built by the devil.
Magnificent view of the Nahe valley

Dream view of the ruin Neukastel on the Wingert and in the Rhine plain.

Great ruin with moat and beautiful views to Trifels and into the Rhine plain