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The Top 20 Castles in Zollernalbkreis

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

Last updated: November 25, 2025

Hohenzollern Castle

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Hohenzollern Castle first appeared in documents and writings in 1267. After the first castle was destroyed, a larger and well-fortified castle was built on the same spot in 1454. In …

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Oberhohenberg Observation Platform (Hohenberg Castle)

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The Oberhohenberg belongs with 1010 m to the 10-thousends of the region Heuberg. There is hardly anything left of the ruin itself, but countless information boards partly on a metal …

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Schalksburg Tower Ruins

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From up there you have a very nice view of the valley.

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Hohenmelchingen Castle Ruins

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The ruins of the former castle - "Castle" say the Melchinger - is located southeast of the village on the "heap" in about 820 m altitude. Today you can no …

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Haigerloch Castle

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Haigerloch Castle is always worth a visit and can be easily integrated into cycling and hiking tours.

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Zollern Castle, Balingen

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At the Zollernschloss footbridge you will be transported back to the Middle Ages. The old walls have been newly renovated and are magnificent to look at from all sides.

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Lindich Hunting Lodge

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West of Hechingen, somewhat remote, is the Lindich pleasure and hunting lodge. Prince Ludwig had it built between 1738 and 1741 in the Rococo style based on the French model. …

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Guard statues at Hohenzollern Castle

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The castle is well guarded by the guards

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St. Trinitatis Castle Church, Haigerloch

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The castle church, built between 1584 and 1607 under Count Christoph von Hohenzollern-Haigerloch, remodeled in the Baroque style in 1784 and magnificently decorated, forms a romantic backdrop for your dream wedding.

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Hohenringingen Castle Ruins

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The ruin Hohenringingen is located on the almost 880 meters high Nähberg. The keep was built in the 11th century and is 15 meters high. The ascent to the tower …

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The Top 20 Castles in Zollernalbkreis

Hohenzollern Castle

Oberhohenberg Observation Platform (Hohenberg Castle)

Schalksburg Tower Ruins

Hohenmelchingen Castle Ruins

Haigerloch Castle

Zollern Castle, Balingen

Lindich Hunting Lodge

Guard statues at Hohenzollern Castle

St. Trinitatis Castle Church, Haigerloch

Hohenringingen Castle Ruins

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