Germany

Moritzburg Castle is one of Germany’s most unforgettable palaces – a glowing Baroque residence rising from the center of a tranquil lake, surrounded by forests, walking paths, and centuries of royal Saxon history. Built as a hunting lodge and expanded into a lavish palace by Augustus the Strong, this lakeside landmark blends aristocratic elegance with…

Schloss Weikersheim is one of Germany’s most elegant Renaissance palaces – a beautifully preserved residence famed for its grand banquet hall, richly furnished state rooms, and one of the most enchanting Baroque gardens in Europe. Set in the gentle landscapes of the Tauber Valley, the castle combines aristocratic grandeur, whimsical garden sculptures, and centuries of…

Some castles wow you with romantic silhouettes – others impress you with sheer survival. Marksburg Castle is the latter: Germany’s only hilltop medieval castle never captured, never destroyed, and never rebuilt from ruins. With more than 40 years in the travel industry and decades spent exploring Europe’s castles, fortresses, and palaces, I’ve walked stone halls…

If Neuschwanstein is Germany’s fairy-tale palace, Sanssouci Palace is its elegant soul. Designed in the 1740s as a private refuge for King Frederick the Great, this jewel-box Rococo palace sits atop terraced vineyards overlooking Potsdam. Intimate, ornate, and full of personality, Sanssouci remains one of Europe’s most enchanting royal residences. With 40+ years in the…

Perched high above the Swabian Alps, Hohenzollern Castle is one of Germany’s most dramatic and photogenic fortresses. Home to the dynasty that produced Prussian kings and German emperors, the castle you see today is a 19th-century reconstruction that blends medieval atmosphere with romantic architecture and royal history. Whether you’re visiting for the sweeping mountain views,…

Schwerin Castle isn’t just beautiful – it’s one of the most breathtaking palaces in Europe. Rising from a small island in Lake Schwerin, this shimmering, turreted masterpiece blends romantic architecture, royal Prussian history, and sweeping landscaped gardens into a setting so magical it’s often called “Neuschwanstein of the North.” After decades spent exploring Europe’s palaces,…

Few castles in Germany mix architecture, scenery, and atmosphere quite like Cochem Castle (Reichsburg Cochem). Perched dramatically above the winding Moselle River, this hilltop fortress combines medieval foundations with 19th-century romantic restoration – all set against vineyards, half-timbered towns, and fairy-tale landscapes. With decades spent helping travelers explore Europe’s castles, palaces, and historic estates in…

Germany is a dream destination for anyone fascinated by castles – and with good reason. With more than 20,000 castles in Germany, ranging from rugged medieval fortresses to opulent royal palaces, no other country in Europe offers such a diverse and breathtaking collection of historic estates. Whether you’re tracing the Rhine’s legendary strongholds, wandering Bavaria’s…