The Top 20 Castles around Forchheim
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 around Forchheim. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Forchheim. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 18, 2025
A visit to the castle ruins as a landmark of Franconian Switzerland is a MUST.
The scenic location above the loop of the Wiesenttal, the conversion of the old tower …
The scenic location above the loop of the Wiesenttal, the conversion of the old tower …
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The castle ruin Streitburg or ruin Streitberg is the remnant of a high medieval Adelsburg over the village Streitberg at the mouth of the Franconian Switzerland. The exact time of …
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Gößweinstein Castle, also known as Gößweinstein Castle, is a medieval hilltop castle in Gößweinstein in the Forchheim district in Bavaria. The complex, located high above the market and the Wiesent, …
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Atzelsberg Castle boasts beautifully maintained grounds, and there's an inn with a lovely beer garden next door. It's located directly on the hiking trail and has a parking lot, making it a great starting point for hikes.
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The ruins of Bärnfels Castle rise high above the town of the same name. The most striking feature is the rock tower made of dolomite rock. He was the reason …
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In the middle of the Trubach valley, the state-approved climatic health resort of Egloffstein climbs up the rocky slope. The houses cling to the mountain like swallows' nests, crowned by …
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Beautiful place with a castle, an impressive church and a brewery restaurant Elch-Bräu
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Shortest and romantic climb to the castle with a beautiful view in the upper area.
The castle path starts at the bottom of the small park opposite the church and …
The castle path starts at the bottom of the small park opposite the church and …
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The place Thuisbrunn is first mentioned in the founding document of the diocese of Bamberg in 1007. The castle lies at an altitude of 467 meters and is a ruin. …
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Historic castle complex with unforgettable names.
With restaurant, snack bar and also event location.
With restaurant, snack bar and also event location.
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