The Top 15 Castles around Schönthal
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 15
beautiful castles to choose from around Schönthal. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Schönthal. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 19, 2025
Schwarzenburg Castle Ruins
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On the rocky summit of the 706 meter high Schwarzwihrberg stands the well-preserved ruins of Schwarzenburg. Although the castle was destroyed by the Swedes in the Thirty Years War, today …
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Kürnberg Castle Ruins
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The medieval castle ruin Kürnberg is one of the largest and best preserved castle ruins in Eastern Bavaria. The former castle was built in 1354. Extensive wall remains of the …
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Grafenried / Lučina – Abandoned Village Ruins
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An interesting look into the history with many private impressions in the destroyed village community.
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Frauenstein Castle Ruins
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The castle ruins are located on the summit of the Frauensteins, an elevation in the Upper Palatinate Forest between Gaistal, Winklarn and Weiding, 375 meters above the Aschatal. It is …
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Buchberg Castle Ruins
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Buchberg Castle Ruins
The first representative of the Puchbergs, who can certainly be referred to this place, was Otto I, first mentioned in 1196. The family originally belonged to the …
The first representative of the Puchbergs, who can certainly be referred to this place, was Otto I, first mentioned in 1196. The family originally belonged to the …
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