A beautiful castle and stunning surroundings, perfect for hiking – a place well worth visiting. For centuries, the castle has been owned and used by the ducal family of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha. Over time, the castle has changed according to the stylistic and architectural preferences of the dukes and princes. Opening hours are Wednesday to Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

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March 2, 2021

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Callenberg Castle – hunting lodge and summer palace, most recently the main residence of the Dukes of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha in Coburg for many years – is an important monument …

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September 7, 2025

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For centuries, Callenberg Castle has been owned and used by the ducal family of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha. For the ducal family, it remains a link between the past and the present.

The castle is open from April to October: Thursday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; in November and December: Thursday to Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is €8.

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1. Coburger Rundwanderweg mit Naturschutzgebiet Goldbergsee

13.8km

03:39

140m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Callenberg Castle – Bench With View of Goldbergsee loop from Coburg-Beiersdorf

12.7km

03:25

160m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Callenberg Castle – Weidach Water Tower loop from Schloss Callenberg

4.85km

01:20

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 380 m

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Location: Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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1. Coburger Rundwanderweg mit Naturschutzgebiet Goldbergsee

2. Callenberg Castle – Bench With View of Goldbergsee loop from Coburg-Beiersdorf

3. Callenberg Castle – Weidach Water Tower loop from Schloss Callenberg

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