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 11 beautiful castles to choose from around Nimritz. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
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Hiking Highlight
A beautiful 🏰, especially when it's so beautifully illuminated at 🌄 😍.
Interior tours are only possible with prior registration through the Friends' Association.
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Cycling Highlight
In the middle of the picturesque Saale-Orla valley, originally built between 1708 and 1714, with 365 windows, 52 interior doors, 12 chimneys and 4 entrances - Oppurg Castle is also known as the Four Seasons Castle.
Tip by Günni
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Hiking Highlight
Ranis Castle is a well-preserved fortress dating back to the 12th century and offers a wonderful view over the town of Ranis. Below it lies the Ilsen Cave, which can also be visited (regardless of the castle's opening hours).
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Hiking Highlight
Brandenstein is a beautiful baroque castle and was bought in 2000 by the Thuringian family Holger Kahl (father of the art dealer Fabian Kahl). The café in the castle is an ideal place to linger/rest.
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