The Top 20 Castles in the Alps
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 Alps. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in the Alps. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 12, 2025
One of the most famous motifs in Germany, v.a. for foreign tourists.
Attention: Tickets for Neuschwanstein Castle are only available at the Ticket Center in Hohenschwangau below the castle.
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Attention: Tickets for Neuschwanstein Castle are only available at the Ticket Center in Hohenschwangau below the castle.
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On the way to Neuschwanstein Castle there are a few viewpoints from which you have a wonderful view of the valley.
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Picturesque reflect the mountains in the deep blue water and on the other side of the lake you can see the castles Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau.
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From the viewing platform you have a great view of the castle, highly recommended
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Here you can see the Tyrol Castle as well
to the Brunnenburg.
Welcome to Tirol Castle, the residential castle of the Counts of Tyrol. The castle gave the state of …
to the Brunnenburg.
Welcome to Tirol Castle, the residential castle of the Counts of Tyrol. The castle gave the state of …
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The Brunneburg was built in 1250 by Wilhelm Tarant on a glacial rubble cone below Tyrol Castle. In 1356 the princely administrator of the Bishopric of Trent, Heinrich von Bopfingen, …
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Very nice panoramic views of the Meraner valley
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This castle is worth seeing from every perspective.
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Very beautiful, impressive building. The view of the castle from the lake is great. The view from above is even better. Beautiful location, you'll be amazed and enjoy the great view! 👍 Worth a detour!
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From the lower end of the lake you have a beautiful view of the two castles.
Dog owners should know that when going around the lake you have to walk over gratings, they cannot be bypassed.
Dog owners should know that when going around the lake you have to walk over gratings, they cannot be bypassed.
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