Discover Your Favorite German Castles
A State-by-State and Regional Castle Guide
Germany is home to countless historic and beautiful castles. This page organizes them by federal state and provides links to individual castle articles. Use the map and the list to explore and dive deeper into the details of any castle that interests you.
Hesse (Hessen)
Hesse offers many medieval castles and charming historic towns. Here we introduce some of the state’s main highlights, including Marburg and Biebrich.
Bavaria (Bayern)
Bavaria is dotted with impressive castles along the Romantic Road. The fairytale-like Mespelbrunn Castle is among the most iconic.
Rhineland-Palatinate (Rheinland‑Pfalz)
This region is known for the picturesque landscapes along the Rhine River, where countless castle ruins and fortresses await exploration. The world-famous Eltz Castle is one of its symbols.
More states and castles will be added over time. Explore the articles to discover your next favorite castle