The Top 20 Castles around Bad Orb
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 Bad Orb. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Bad Orb. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 18, 2025
Gelnhausen Old Town and Imperial Palace
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Gelnhausen has a beautiful imperial palace, two large churches, many old half-timbered houses, defense towers (witch tower) and two marketplaces.
Two large markets, the Barbarossamarkt in March and the Schelmenmarkt …
Two large markets, the Barbarossamarkt in March and the Schelmenmarkt …
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Stolzenberg Castle Ruins
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From the valley, the stump doesn't look too impressive, but it's worth climbing up. The distant view over the Sodner Au over to Salmünster and the elevations of the Spessart …
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Imperial Palace Gelnhausen (Barbarossa Castle)
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The imperial palace Gelnhausen is also known under the name Barbarossaburg. It is the ruin of a moated castle, which can be visited.
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Schloss Wächtersbach
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Today the official horse is neighing from the noble building.. here in the area a lot of beautification is happening
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Wiesen Castle
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The castle is now in private hands and can be visited every year on the day of the monument. Around the castle is a stately farm that has been nicely …
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