 | Kammerstein Castle Ruins
1. 03. 2020 18:12:04
At the entrance to the valley of the Dürre Liesing, at 420 meters altitude, lies the Kammerstein Castle ruin, one of the oldest castle ruins in Austria, and probably even the oldest in Lower Austria.The construction of the 'Chemerstain' castle likely took place between 1240 and 1250.... |
 | Völkermarkt | Waisenberg Castle Ruins
1. 03. 2020 20:03:11
The extensive ruin is located on an advanced mountain cone in the Trixnertal, in the northwest of the Carinthian district capital Völkermarkt. It is the most significant fortress in this castle-rich valley.The remaining structures are attributable to Romanesque, Gothic, and Renaissance periods. Wais... |
 | Scharnstein Castle Ruins
2. 03. 2020 09:10:36
Over about 260 steps or a forest path you reach the excellently restored and maintained ruin and enjoy a fantastic view over the Almatal valley and the Bräumauer from there. A worthwhile side trip is also to the Mitterturm, located above the main castle.... |
 | Spittal an der Drau | Ortenburg Castle Ruins
2. 03. 2020 15:10:11
In Baldramsdorf, west of Spittal an der Drau, the ruins of the once mighty Ortenburg Castle tower on a rocky spur above the Drau Between 1124 and 1147, Ortenburg is already mentioned several times in documents.... |
 | St. Stefan bei Leoben | Kaisersberg Castle Ruins
2. 03. 2020 21:56:45
The Kaisersberg Castle was probably built in the 12th century; around 1460 it was expanded into a palace and a powerful 4-story residential tower was erected at the highest point of the castle.... |
 | Baden bei Wien | Rauhenstein Castle Ruins
2. 03. 2020 23:46:06
On steep rock perch the Rauhenstein castle ruins, looking down on the Helenental and the town of Baden. The 12th-century ruins are among the largest castle complexes around Vienna and, together with the opposite Rauheneck fortress, guarded the entrance to the Helenental.... |
 | Baden bei Wien | Rauheneck Castle Ruins
3. 03. 2020 09:22:04
The once mighty Rauheneck Castle with its extraordinary triangular tower is part of the so-called castle triangle. These castles, which also include Rauhenstein Fortress and Scharfeneck Castle, guarded the entrance to the Helenental.... |
 | Oberdrauburg, Carinthia | Hohenburg Castle Ruins
3. 03. 2020 11:47:04
Wonderfully restored and renovated ruin of the former hilltop castle from the 14th century. Located above Oberdrauburg and the Drautal, it offers a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the Drautal.... |
 | 8773 Kammern im Liesingtal | Kammerstein Castle Ruins
3. 03. 2020 16:11:46
In an exposed location and on steep rock falling away on all sides, the ruins of the former Kammerstein castle perch.The castle is dated to the 12th century.However, already in 1542 the castle is described as ruined.... |
 | 3541 Senftenberg, Krems District | Senftenberg Castle Ruins
4. 03. 2020 09:12:31
Surrounded by vineyards, the Senftenberg ruins perch on a high rock high above the Kremstal (Krems District) and shape the Kremstal and the similarly named market town with their dominant appearance.The construction of the mighty hilltop castle dates to the 11th century. Originally built as a castle... |
 | Hallein | Thürndl Castle Ruins
4. 03. 2020 13:35:38
Thürndl is the ruin of a hilltop castle on a mountain ridge extending above Hallein.As part of Hallein's medieval city fortifications, the history of the Thürndl ruins dates back to the 13th century.... |
 | Pölla, Kamptal | Dobra Castle Ruins
4. 03. 2020 14:59:48
Wonderfully and idyllically located on a peninsula ruin in the Dobra Reservoir of the Kamptal.Dobra ranks among the most beautiful ruins of medieval castles in the Kamptal.Particularly noteworthy are the pentagonal bergfried and another square tower. The existing and extensive wall remains, building... |
 | 3593 Pölla, Kamptal | Schauenstein Castle Ruins
4. 03. 2020 16:20:29
Small but fine and well-maintained ruin in the Kamptal, hidden in the forest, located on a steeply sloping mountain ridge. Particularly impressive is the 30-meter-high and well-renovated bergfried. The other building parts and remains, such as defensive walkways and round towers, are also restored, ... |
 | Haibach ob der Donau | Stauf Castle Ruins
4. 03. 2020 18:03:42
High above the Nibelungenbundestraße on one side and the Aschachtal on the other, embedded in the forest on a mountain ridge, lies this imposing ruin of the former castle from the early 12th century. A true highlight among the castle ruins in Upper Austria and beyond.... |
 | 4460 Losenstein, Ennstal | Losenstein Castle Ruins
5. 03. 2020 11:56:07
The ruins of the former 12th-century castle perch on a rock directly above Losenstein and the Enns. The remaining parts are very well renovated, rebuilt, and maintained. Numerous seating areas invite lingering at this historic site. Gothic window openings, arrow slits, and large gate arches are stil... |
 | Gars am Kamp | Gars Castle Ruins
5. 03. 2020 13:31:08
Gars is one of the oldest castle complexes in Austria. It was built in the 11th century by Margrave Adalbert of Babenberg.<br>The castle towering over the double village of Gars-Thunau served the Babenbergs as one of their oldest strongholds and even for a time as a residence.... |
 | Araburg Castle Ruins, A-2572 Kaumberg
5. 03. 2020 14:43:23
Araburg is a truly rewarding excursion destination.<br>The once mighty fortress was built as early as the 12th century and is the highest castle in Lower Austria.<br>In 1683, the castle was overrun by the Turks along with its garrison, set on fire, and thereby sealed its decay.... |
 | Windhaag near Perg | Windhaag Castle Ruins
5. 03. 2020 20:45:21
The castle is first mentioned in documents as 'Winthag im Machland' in 1287.<br>During the Hungarian wars in the 15th century, it was taken without a fight and burned down.<br>However, the castle was rebuilt and in the 17th century a magnificent palace in the late Renaissance style was b... |
 | 9971 Matrei in East Tyrol | Kienburg Castle Ruins
6. 03. 2020 07:34:57
Of the once mighty mountaintop castle Kienburg, which looms over steeply falling rocks, only extremely collapse-prone building parts and wall remnants remain today.<br>The castle was first mentioned in 1184. In 1579 a devastating fire occurred that practically destroyed all wooden structures. ... |
 | Wartenfels Castle Ruins, Thalgau, Salzburg, Austria
7. 03. 2020 07:15:50
Built on a rock on the west slope of the Schober is the Wartenfels Castle ruin.<br>The castle was built in 1259 and ranks among the most beautiful vantage point castles in the Salzburg region. Since 1564 there was no more use for the castle, it was left to decay.... |
 | Alt-Wartenburg Castle Ruins, 4850 Timelkam, Vöcklabruck
7. 03. 2020 15:38:41
On a steep elevation above the Vöckla are the ruin remains of the former castle complex, which is divided into two parts. On one hand the original castle, whose construction took place in the 12th century, and the castle built not far from the former castle on another mountain summit from the 17th c... |
 | 9102 Völkermarkt, Mittertrixen | Mittertrixen Castle Ruins
7. 03. 2020 17:29:43
Right next to the road in the small village of Mittertrixen on a steep rock hill are the remains of the former Mittertrixen Castle. Due to the heavy and dense tree growth, only a single wall stump can be seen from the road. One notices that it is the Mittertrixen ruin, a large facility with signific... |
 | Obertrixen Castle Ruins, 9102 Völkermarkt, Obertrixen
7. 03. 2020 18:58:07
The Obertrixen Castle was first mentioned in documents as early as 895<br>In the 16th century, however, it became too small and uncomfortable for the owners, so in 1605 a stately Renaissance castle was built at the foot of the castle mountain and the castle was left to decay. Today, remnants o... |
 | 2571 Nöstach | St. Pankraz Fortified Church Ruins
7. 03. 2020 21:51:54
Built on a mountain hill near Nöstach and hidden in dense forest are the still impressive remains of the former St. Pankraz Church today. It was constructed in the 13th century and deconsecrated in 1784 after no longer being needed. Since that time, the church has been deserted and fallen into ruin.... |
 | 3644 Emmersdorf an der Donau | Gossam Castle Ruins
8. 03. 2020 10:12:12
On a hilltop of Gossam in the Felbring Valley, well hidden and surrounded by deciduous forest, lie the remains of the former Gossam Castle with the surprisingly well-preserved former castle chapel, which is still preserved in its original state.... |
 | 9972 Virgen, East Tyrol | Rabenstein Castle Ruins
8. 03. 2020 11:42:01
High above the town of Virgen are the remains of buildings and walls of the former Rabenstein Castle which was built in the 12th century and counts as one of the highest castle complexes in Austria. The ruin is located at 1,410m above sea level. With an impressive area of 4,800 m², the castle ruin i... |
 | 4142 Hofkirchen im Mühlkreis | Haichenbach Castle Ruins
8. 03. 2020 13:00:00
Built high above the Danube on a rock lies this small castle ruin of which only the gatehouse, remnants of the ring wall and as the absolute "highlight" the tower have survived. Visitors reach the tower via a solid steel staircase structure. The view of the Danube Valley and the "Schlögener Schlinge... |
 | 4101 Feldkirchen an der Donau | Castle Ruins Oberwallsee
8. 03. 2020 16:11:49
Above the Pesenbach Valley on a forested mountain height is this once stately castle complex, which around 1600 was converted into a palace and from the 18th century abandoned to decay, so that today unfortunately only parts of the buildings and ring walls and a large vaulted cellar remain. From the... |
 | Castle Ruins Wimburg (Wimberg) A-3683 Ysperta
9. 03. 2020 05:29:57
Located in the natural Ysperta Valley and wonderfully hidden in mixed forest are the remains of the former castle complex. The first documentary mention of Wimburg dates to 1076.But already from 1572 the castle was deserted.... |
 | A-3263 Randegg | Palace Ruins Perwarth (Niederperwarth)
9. 03. 2020 09:49:04
The former castle "Hochperwarth, Oberperwarth" was probably built between 1200 and 1250 and destroyed around 1410/11. Today, the sparse and heavily decayed remains of the former castle are overgrown with vegetation.... |
 | Castle Ruins Pernegg (Upper Castle) A-8132 Pernegg an der Mur
9. 03. 2020 20:21:48
The origins of the castle date back to the 12th century. Pernegg was built on a mountain ridge steeply falling to the east and west above the town.Around 1322, the castle was expanded and after the construction of the palace (1578 to 1582), it was no longer inhabited.... |
 | Castle Ruins Pernegg (Lower Castle) A-8132 Pernegg an der Mur
9. 03. 2020 21:26:50
A rewarding endeavor for anyone who enjoys medieval castles and ruins. In this case, one can visit two ruins right away, the Pernegg-Lower Castle ruin and following that the Upper Castle. Provided the necessary fitness, as the path to both ruins is steep and requires some intuition to find them hidd... |
 | Castle Ruins Merkenstein, A-2540 Bad Vöslau
10. 03. 2020 11:21:41
Built on steeply sloping rock are the impressive remains of the large and extensive former Merkenstein Castle.The castle was first mentioned in documents in 1141 and captured and destroyed by Ottoman troops in 1683.... |
 | 3203 Rabenstein an der Pielach | Castle Ruins Rabenstein
10. 03. 2020 14:07:18
Imposingly, the Rabenstein ruin towers on the summit of a forested hill above the market town of Rabenstein. Rabenstein Castle was the starting point for the German settlement of the upper Pielach Valley. It is first mentioned in documents in 1136.... |
 | Castle Ruins Straßfried, 9601 Arnoldstein, Thörl-Maglern
10. 03. 2020 17:58:49
The Straßfried ruin is located near the Austrian-Italian border town of Arnoldstein. The castle was built in the first half of the 13th century.In the course of the 18th century, the fortress began to decay and was completely destroyed during the French invasion in 1797, leaving only rubble behind.... |
 | Castle Ruins Spielberg, A-4222 Langenstein
10. 03. 2020 20:34:42
Originally, Spielberg was located on a Danube island. However, due to floods and regulations, the river course changed, and this impressive and striking complex is now situated in the northern floodplains of the Danube. Extensive building parts and the ring walls are still present, and particularly ... |
 | Castle Ruins Hochwart (Hohenwart, Black Castle), 9231 Velden am Wörthersee
11. 03. 2020 09:41:11
Hidden in the dense forest are the interesting and, despite advanced decay, impressive remains of the former Hochwart Castle, which was built in the 12th century as a hilltop castle on the rocky summit of the approximately 800 m high "Kleiner Sternberg". The castle was probably destroyed in the 15th... |
 | Griffen Castle Ruins, A-9112 Griffen, Völkermarkt District, Carinthia
11. 03. 2020 12:55:16
Imposingly and inaccessibly looms the ruin of the former Griffen Castle on a limestone cliff steeply falling away on all sides above the homonymous town. In the mid-12th century, Griffen Castle was first mentioned in documents. ... |
 | Eibenstein Castle Ruins, 2094 Eibenstein an der Thaya
11. 03. 2020 14:21:23
Built on a rock that partially drops vertically to the Thaya, the remains of this rather small castle complex are located. The castle began to decay from the 16th century due to lack of maintenance. In the 19th century, a large part of the south front collapsed into the Thaya. Nevertheless, the ruin... |
 | 5741 Neukirchen am Großvenediger | Hieburg Ruins
23. 03. 2020 13:10:39
The ruin is located opposite the decayed Friedburg on a hill visible from afar above the Salzach Valley, and the remaining wall and tower remnants suggest the former stately and large dimensions of the castle and defensive tower.... |
 | Offenburg Castle Ruins, A-8761 Pöls
23. 03. 2020 15:52:37
The castle was built at the beginning of the 12th century. After a major fire in 1590, the damage to Offenburg was not repaired, and it thus fell into ruin.The modest remains still present today of the once proud fortress lie about 300 m above the valley floor near Unterkurzheim.... |
 | Lichtentann Castle Ruins, A-5302 Henndorf am Wallersee
23. 03. 2020 18:47:52
The remains of this once important castle are located on a forested rock spur at 736 m above sea level. The first documentary mention of Lichtentann Castle was in 1282.The magnificent castle, similar in dimensions to a plain castle, was abandoned to decay from the 14th century onward. ... |
 | Aichelberg/Eichelberg Castle Ruins, A-9241 Wernberg
23. 03. 2020 21:37:11
Interesting and still relatively well-preserved and imposing ruin of the former Aichelberg Castle. Hidden in the dense mixed forest, it offers visitors a glimpse into long-past centuries.The castle was first mentioned in documents in 1224. An engraving from 1688 shows that Aichelberg was already a r... |
 | Karlsbach Castle Ruins, A-3376 St. Martin-Karlsbach
24. 03. 2020 10:35:00
Wonderfully and peacefully situated in a park, the ruins of the former Karlsbach Castle.Already in 1160 the castle is first mentioned in documents. However, during the peasant uprising of 1599 it was severely devastated.... |
 | Walchenstein Castle Ruins, A-9992 Iselsberg-Stronach, East Tyrol
24. 03. 2020 15:23:48
In the 13th century, Walchenstein Castle was built above Dölsach on the territory of today's municipality of Iselsberg-Stronach, on the southern slope of Stronacher Kogel.Already after 1500 it came into bourgeois ownership and fell into decay.... |
 | Waasen Castle Ruins, A-3205 Weinburg in Pielachtal
24. 03. 2020 17:12:01
Well hidden in the dense beech forest are the sparse remains of the former Waasen Castle, overgrown with lush vegetation, which was first mentioned in documents at the beginning of the 14th century.... |
 | Stallegg Castle Ruins, A-3571 Stallegg
25. 03. 2020 14:20:47
Hidden in the beech forest and dense undergrowth lies the ruin of this castle built around the 12th centuryAlready in the 15th century the castle was no longer needed, as Stallegg Castle had long ceased to meet the requirements of contemporary living culture. It had also long lost its strategic impo... |
 | Sichtenberg Castle Ruins A-3382 Schollach
25. 03. 2020 15:50:40
Hidden in the forest and entwined and concealed by dense plant growth are the remains of the former Sichtenberg castle.Sichtenberg was built in the 12th century.By the first half of the 17th century, the castle had long lost its military value and as a residence no longer met the requirements of the... |
 | Sarmingstein Ruins, Säbnich, A-4381 St. Nikola an der Donau, Strudengau
26. 03. 2020 19:24:15
The difficult-to-access remains of the former 13th-century castle lie hidden in dense forest on a rock outcrop high above Sarmingstein. From the castle rock, the visitor is offered a wonderful view into the Danube valley and rewarded for the sometimes somewhat arduous search for the fragments of the... |
 | Petersberg Castle Ruins A-9360 Friesach
27. 03. 2020 21:01:31
Situated high above Friesach, the excellently restored and maintained Petersberg castle ruins dominate the town.Already in the 11th century, the Petersberg above Friesach was fortified.From 1124, the fortifications on Petersberg were massively expanded and incorporated into the town wall.... |