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The Top 20 Castles in the Waldviertel

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

Last updated: November 12, 2025

Ruins of Dürnstein Castle

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The castle ruins were built above the town of the same name in Dürnstein in the 12th century. The castle is known thanks to a famous prisoner: The English King …

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Dürnstein Old Town

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From Dürnstein-Oberloiben, the bus leaves every hour for Krems or Melk. Dürnstein, a picturesque town in the Wachau, is rich in history and charm. Founded in the 11th century by …

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Rosenburg Castle

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The journey on the asphalt road by bike is exhausting, that's the "demanding" thing about it. The nice thing is the great location of the Rosenburg and (if possible) of …

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Hinterhaus Castle Ruins

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The Hinterhaus ruins, first mentioned in 1243, are located on a rocky ridge of the so-called local mountain, part of the Jauerlingstock. The castle complex is clearly divided into three …

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Gobelsburg Castle

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Gobelsburg Castle is not only an enchanting eye-catcher from the outside, but also has a lot to offer on the inside: huge wine barrels lie dormant in the cellar of …

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Ruins of Kollmitz Castle

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The castle ruins of Kollmitz, well worth seeing, are enthroned on a rock high above the Thaya. The medieval complex was once one of the most important in Lower Austria, …

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Grafenegg Castle

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The castle is rich in historical evidence and its origins date back to 1435. From then on, it underwent several metamorphoses over the centuries until it finally became …

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Rappottenstein Castle

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In the valley of the small Kamp, one of the oldest castles in the northwestern Waldviertel presents itself stylishly and proudly on a granite rock mountain.
Rapottenstein Castle tells of …

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Senftenberg Castle Ruins

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Large ruin with observation tower and museum. Great views of the Krems Valley and Senftenberg.

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Haindorf Castle

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The baroque Haindorf Castle developed from the field mill, which was first mentioned in 1624. But the roots probably go back even further, to the Loisbachmühle, which was first mentioned …

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Gars Castle Ruins

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02/26/2023 - Access to the castle on foot is either via many natural stone steps from the 17th century or an asphalted footpath, which is very steep in sections. Alternatively, …

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The Top 20 Castles in the Waldviertel

Ruins of Dürnstein Castle

Dürnstein Old Town

Rosenburg Castle

Hinterhaus Castle Ruins

Gobelsburg Castle

Ruins of Kollmitz Castle

Grafenegg Castle

Rappottenstein Castle

Senftenberg Castle Ruins

Haindorf Castle

Gars Castle Ruins

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