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The Top 20 Castles around Ottensoos

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 Ottensoos. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: October 18, 2025

Burg Hohenstein

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The highest point in the Nuremberg region, so you also have a beautiful view here. Visiting the castle requires some off-road mobility, but is highly recommended.

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Fortress Rothenberg

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The fortress Rothenberg was built from 1729 to circa 1750 by the Bavarian Elector. It is located at about 580 meters altitude.
 
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The castle ruins tower high above the town of Pommelsbrunn. A trip to the vantage point is definitely worth it, because the view of the town and the Nuremberg region is simply fantastic.

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Hallerschlösschen Nuschelberg

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The restaurant is highly recommended. Delicious Franconian food.

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Schloss Hersbruck

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Hersbruck Castle now serves as the seat of the District Court. Before the year 1000 it was built as a castle to protect the Pegnitz Bridge. In 1360, Emperor Charles …

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