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The Top 20 Castles in Carinthia

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

Last updated: October 24, 2025

Velden Castle Hotel

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From 1952 onwards, the castle hotel served as a filming location for film and television productions. The most famous of these was the television series "Ein Schloß am Wörthersee" (1990 …

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Main Square, Velden am Wörthersee

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Velden am Wörthersee in the district of Villach-Land has about 9000 inhabitants, very well known is the casino in Velden. First documentary mention in 1150.

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Landskron Castle

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The primary goal of the Birds of Prey Air Show is to bring people closer to the birds of prey and to provide them with interesting facts about these wonderful …

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Finkenstein Castle

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Beautiful view of Lake Faak and the surrounding mountains ;-)

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Porcia Renaissance Castle

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This palazzo is one of the most beautiful Renaissance buildings south of the Alps and is rightly the pride of the population.

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Finkenstein Castle Ruins and Amphitheatre

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The castle ruins Finkenstein is located south of Villach and was built in the 12th century as the seat of the Finkenstein family. After conquests of recent centuries, the castle …

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Hochosterwitz Castle

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The castle Hochosterwitz, which has been on this rock for centuries, is one of the most famous sights in Carinthia and Austria. On the way to the castle courtyard you …

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Arnoldstein Monastery Ruins

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When the monastery was dissolved in 1783 under Joseph II, the influence of the Benedictines ended and the old walls were left to themselves. Exactly one hundred years later, a …

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Neudenstein Castle

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Interesting facts about the castle:
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Maria Loretto Peninsula

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Kick off your shoes on the Maria Loretto peninsula, jump into the cool water, or simply rejuvenate your body and soul in one of the most beautiful lakeside restaurants on Lake Wörthersee. What more could you want?

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The Top 20 Castles in Carinthia

Velden Castle Hotel

Main Square, Velden am Wörthersee

Landskron Castle

Finkenstein Castle

Porcia Renaissance Castle

Finkenstein Castle Ruins and Amphitheatre

Hochosterwitz Castle

Arnoldstein Monastery Ruins

Neudenstein Castle

Maria Loretto Peninsula

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