ピングガウの洞窟・トップ8

18 km cycle path towards Styria

Since 2020, it has been a private elite school (https://krumbach.school/de/). The annual tuition fee is at least €40,000.

Feistritz Castle rises proudly and mightily between the green hills of the Wechselland region. While in the Middle Ages it primarily offered protection against the onslaught of foreign troops, today it opens its doors for group events and peaceful art lovers.

The imposing castle high above the Feistritz valley was probably built in the 12th century. Between 1922 and 1924, the complex was extensively renovated and an army museum was set up, which no longer exists. Today, the castle houses an event center with rooms. You can find more information at https://www.burgfeistritz.com/.

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The best preserved Romanesque castle complex in Styria from the late 12th century

Feistritz Fortress was probably built by ministerials in the second quarter of the 12th century. The castle was owned by the Pottendorf family from the 14th century until 1488 and by the Zinzendorf family until 1537. The complex passed to the Rottal family in 1547 and to the Lords of Pergen in 1681. From 1796 to 1815 the castle had changing owners, including Joseph Freiherr Dietrich von Dietrichsberg in 1815. In 1922 Maximilian Mautner bought the castle and, together with architect Marischka, undertook a comprehensive renovation until 1924. An army museum was set up in the castle, the holdings of which are now in the Military History Museum in Vienna. After 1960 the complex was adapted into a conference center for group events. More on the history: https://www.noe-gestalten.at/architektur/burg-feistritz/

Unfortunately, the castle is now only accessible privately. It's a shame because it's beautiful. The castle tavern below is highly recommended for this 😋.