The Eltz Castle is commonly known as Burg Eltz, Burg being the translation for “castle” in German. The first written evidence of Eltz Castle is from 1157, making it nearly 900 years old. It’s been ...

Germany has around 20,000 castles spread across the country. The total includes intact structures, partial ruins, foundations, and documented sites where castles once stood. Together, they form one of ...

While Bavaria commands most of the spotlight when castle talk begins, Germany’s other regions shelter architectural marvels that rarely make the travel brochures. These fortresses tell stories of ...

Germany boasts enchanting fairy-tale castles, from the iconic Neuschwanstein to the historic Wartburg. These fortresses, with their dramatic settings and rich histories, offer a glimpse into medieval ...