The Top 12 Castles around Elbingerode
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 12
beautiful castles to choose from around Elbingerode. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Elbingerode. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 24, 2025
Scharzfels Castle Ruins (HWN 151)
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Rare design for North German conditions. The castle has literally grown together with the rock. The passages in the rocks, the rock itself and the fountain are worth seeing. The …
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Rundweg um die Ruine Scharzfels
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The circumnavigation should be part of a visit to the ruin.
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Frauenstein Crag and Castle Ruins
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Apart from the trenches, there is not much left to see of the former fortifications.
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Burgruine Lichtenstein
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After changing owners, the castle has been abandoned since 1567 and left to decay. Some of the masonry may have been used for buildings in the area.
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Frauenstein Castle Ruins
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Unfortunately not much to see
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