2022
To visit a German castle is to step into a fairytale setting, where castles sit atop high mountain peaks, their towers and turrets reaching to the sky. Germany is famous for its castles, with their pasts filled with knights, dukes and the devastation of wars. The castles, which boast a rich history, have been restored to their former glory and, in some cases, are lived in by families of the founders. Their treasures include previous artifacts, paintings, furniture, and weapons.
4. Lichtenstein Castle
Inspired by Wilhelm Hauff’s romantic novel Lichtenstein, Count Wilhelm of Württemberg, Duke of Urach, had Lichtenstein Castle constructed on the historical foundation walls of a medieval knights’ castle.
Lichtenstein Castle is a charming hunting castle just an hour’s drive south of Stuttgart that offers vast views of the Echaz Valley and Swabian Alps.
With great attention to detail, Lichtenstein Castle and its neo-Gothic architecture is nothing short of the perfect homage to the Middle Ages. Even though there are a number of castles in Germany, this castle is wildly popular among German tourists.
Take a drive from Stuttgart and pass by rolling hills and small villages through the Swabian Alps, or hike up to the castle. After your castle tour be sure to try the castle’s ropes course or grab a bite to eat at Old Forester’s Lodge.
Walk, climb, swing or slide your way across the course to top off your day of exploration at Lichtenstein Castle.
Thanks, CHARLENE BUCHANAN
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Rezgar
