The Top 20 Castles around Landkreis Gießen

Well-preserved castle with a restaurant and a knight's cellar, right on the idyllic bike path on the Lahn.

The castle complex is freely accessible and can be visited at any time. From the still existing main castle tower you have a very nice panoramic view of the Gleiberger … read more

When I saw it for the first time I couldn't help but think of Harry Potter 😂
A castle in the English neo-Gothic style. Built 1852-56 (an English architect too, of course). denkxweb.denkmalpflege-hessen.de/48558

Cozy restaurant, for a little break in between only recommended

Beautiful castle in a very well-kept castle park. Once in the area, this is a must-see.

It's worth climbing the tower of the castle. The gaze wanders into the distance and the heart opens. A wonderful vantage point that I always enjoy climbing up the narrow … read more

The ruins of the summit castle stand on the extinct volcano of the same name, Vetzberg. The upper castle of the hilltop castle with the keep was probably built in … read more

The castle in Hungen is not only an eye-catcher in the otherwise rather simple shepherd town on the edge of the Wetterau.
The castle is visible evidence of citizens' initiative. … read more

The new castle is located right next to the arsenal at the fire place, which got its name from a city fire. On Wednesdays and Saturdays you can stroll from there over the weekly market.