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.
The castle was built in the 12th century as a permanent home for the gentlemen of the house. Originally the Hofmarkschloss located on a hill was called "Veste Vurt" after …
The old knight's fortress is, alongside the Englburg and Fürstenstein castles, the third castle in the Ilztal and Dreiburgenland holiday region in the Bavarian Forest.
The gatehouse and adjacent residential buildings in the outer bailey area are all that remain of the former castle. The inner courtyard is accessible. The parish church of St. Pancras, …