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The Top 20 Castles in the Bezirk Krems

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

Last updated: October 12, 2025

Dürnstein Castle Ruins

The castle ruins were built above the town of the same name in Dürnstein in the 12th century. The castle is known thanks to a famous prisoner: The English King …

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From Dürnstein-Oberloiben, the bus leaves every hour for Krems or Melk. Dürnstein, a picturesque town in the Wachau, is rich in history and charm. Founded in the 11th century by …

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The Hinterhaus ruins, first mentioned in 1243, are located on a rocky ridge of the so-called local mountain, part of the Jauerlingstock. The castle complex is clearly divided into three …

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Gobelsburg Castle is not only an enchanting eye-catcher from the outside, but also has a lot to offer on the inside: huge wine barrels lie dormant in the cellar of …

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Grafenegg Castle
The castle is rich in historical evidence and its origins date back to 1435. From then on, it underwent several metamorphoses over the centuries until it finally became …

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Large ruin with observation tower and museum. Great views of the Krems Valley and Senftenberg.

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The baroque Haindorf Castle developed from the field mill, which was first mentioned in 1624. But the roots probably go back even further, to the Loisbachmühle, which was first mentioned …

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The Schiltern Castle has a beautiful baroque portal. Directly opposite is Noah's Ark, where old varieties of fruit and vegetables are cultivated. Directly opposite the castle portal is a drinking water fountain!

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Before the Lower Austrian energy supply built three barrages on the Kamp in 1960, Ottenstein was a lonely castle.
Ottenstein is mentioned for the first time in 1177 and …

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Kronsegg was first mentioned as a Passau property around 1250 as “Chranzek”. The castle was probably built by the Lords of Maissau towards the end of the 12th century or …

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