The Top 14 Castles around Gurk
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 14
beautiful castles to choose from around Gurk. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Gurk. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 29, 2025
Friesach Castle Construction
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Experience castle building in Friesach
Castle construction in Friesach is extraordinary in itself: a hilltop castle is being built on a mountain hill south of the medieval town of Friesach …
Castle construction in Friesach is extraordinary in itself: a hilltop castle is being built on a mountain hill south of the medieval town of Friesach …
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Hochkraig Castle
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... I've been thinking for a long time if this is suitable, but after all we are all wanderers, so you can mention it, even though it's not praise, it's just there ...
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Ruins of Liebenfels Castle
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Castle ruins rear view
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Taggenbrunn Castle
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The beautifully renovated Taggenbrunn Castle regularly hosts the Taggenbrunn Festival, one of the most renowned cultural festivals in Carinthia. André Heller also curated the exhibition "Zeiträume" (Time Spaces), which is absolutely worth seeing. More information is available at taggenbrunn.at/de.
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Taggenbrunn Winery
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The Taggenbrunn Castle winery is worth a detour. Here you can let your gaze wander over the picturesque vineyard and stop off comfortably. Of course, you also have the opportunity …
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