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Saldenburg Castle

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Location: Saldenburg, Freyung-Grafenau, Lower Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

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1. Saldenburg Mill Pond – Mühlweiher Pond and Playground loop from Hörmannsdorf/ Farnhammersiedlung

11.8km

03:15

190m

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2. Mühlweiher Lake and Playground – Mühlweiher Saldenburg loop from Preying

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02:23

260m

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3. Saldenburg Mill Pond – Saldenburg Castle loop from Saldenburg

9.85km

02:50

250m

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JR56

September 2, 2025

In the heart of the Bavarian Forest, on a wooded ridge near Saldenburg,
the castle of the same name rises, a silent monument to medieval architecture and regional history. Affectionately known locally as the "Forest Lantern," the castle resembles a stone lighthouse, watching over the valleys and telling stories from centuries long past.

Built from 1368 onward by Knight Heinrich Tuschl on behalf of the Counts of Hals, Saldenburg originally served to secure a trade route to Bohemia and as a border fortress to the Bishopric of Passau. Over the centuries, it changed hands several times – including noble families such as the Ortenburger, Törringer, and Preysing-Moos. In the 17th century, it was remodeled in the Baroque style, later damaged by the Pandurs, and finally taken over by the Free State of Bavaria in 1928.
Since 1929, the castle has housed a youth hostel – and one with a special charm. Those who stay here sleep behind thick walls, dine in the Knights' Hall, and can experience the Baroque castle chapel or Gothic lounges on special tours. The combination of historic ambiance and modern use makes Saldenburg a popular destination for school groups, families, and culture enthusiasts.
The castle is located in the Dreiburgenland region, a vacation region centered around the castles of Englburg, Fürstenstein, and Saldenburg. Surrounded by forests, hiking trails, and the nearby Dreiburgensee lake, it is an ideal starting point for nature experiences and historical discoveries.

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Rübezahl

May 9, 2018

The Saldenburg is only accessible as a youth hostel, guided tours take place only during the annual Castle Christmas on the weekend before the 1st Advent.

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Location: Saldenburg, Freyung-Grafenau, Lower Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

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Saldenburg Castle

1. Saldenburg Mill Pond – Mühlweiher Pond and Playground loop from Hörmannsdorf/ Farnhammersiedlung

2. Mühlweiher Lake and Playground – Mühlweiher Saldenburg loop from Preying

3. Saldenburg Mill Pond – Saldenburg Castle loop from Saldenburg

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