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Oct 27, 2022 · Here you’ll find medieval stone walls, sky-high towers, and bridges arching over glittering moats, everywhere from the Bavarian Alps to the Mediterranean coast. Check out this list of the 26 most beautiful castles in Europe, and get ready to feel like the true royalty you are. Getty.
- Caitlin Morton
- Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany
- Bran Castle, Romania
- Château de Chantilly, France
- Eilean Donan, Scotland
- Hohenzollern Castle, Germany
- Corvin Castle, Romania
- Château de Chambord, France
- Moszna Castle, Poland
- Gravensteen, Belgium
- De Haar Castle, Netherlands
This 19th-century Romanesque Revival-style castle is the most visited castle in Germany as well as one of the most picturesque castles in the world. Instantly recognizable, Neuschwanstein Castle has served as inspiration for Disney’s Sleeping Beauty castle making this a real-life fairytale castle. The castle was commissioned by King Ludwig II who d...
Bran Castle located in Central Romania is famously known as Dracula’s Castle despite that there is no evidence in Bram Stoker’s work that would tie the fictional Dracula’s castle to this undeniably impressive real-life location. The first documents mentioning the castle date back to the 14th century, and the fortress was intended to protect the reg...
There is no denying that medieval castles, fortifications, and strongholds that once housed knights and saw many battles fought on their doorsteps are impressive and awe-inspiring. However, there is no competing with many of France’s delicate and quaint chateaus, especially Château de Chantilly or Chantilly Castle. Only about an hour from Paris, Ch...
When asked about Scottish castles, most people would immediately think of Eilean Donan. Not only is it one of the most famous castles in Scotland, but also in the whole of United Kingdom. The appearance of this impressive medieval stronghold is further emphasised by its stunning surroundings. Set on a small island in the Scottish highlands enclosed...
Hohenzollern Castle is one of the most significant objects in the region of Baden-Württemberg in southwest Germany. Sitting on top of Mount Hohenzollern, the construction of the current castle began in 1850 after the first two castles that stood in the same location fell into despair. The impressive castle complex on top of the mountain easily rese...
Castles form a significant part of Transylvanian history. This region in Romania is well known for its infamous connection to Dracula or more precisely Vlad the Impaler, the ruler of Wallachia. We already mentioned Bran Castle, which is famously known as Dracula’s Castle but it’s impossible to speak about significant Romanian and European castles w...
Château de Chambord is the largest chateau in the Loire Valley and it wouldn’t be an overstatement to say that it is also one of the most splendid ones. Being one the most well-known examples of French Renaissance architecture, Chambord is recognised worldwide, and approximately 2 million people visit each year. Chambord has a unique design as it b...
Moszna Castle in southwestern Poland in the small village of Moszna is a 17th century castle that features Baroque, neo-Gothic and neo-Renaissance architectural styles. The fairytale-like castle used to be the residence of industrial magnates, the Silesian Tiele-Winckler family. The castle has an impressive number of turrets – 99 in total. The numb...
Gravensteen is an impressive medieval fortress in the Belgian city of Ghent. Dating back to the late 12th century, the castle was the residence of Counts of Flanders until mid-14th century. The castle was intentionally built to look threatening as it was inspired by crusade castles. The castle features typical medieval castle elements – a keep, a f...
When visiting the Utrecht province in Netherlands, one of the must-see places is Castle de Haar. Largest castle in Holland, the castle is located only a half an hour drive from Amsterdam. The medieval-looking castle was actually built between the changing of the 19th and 20th centuries on the ruins of a previous castle. The interiors feature signif...
- Windsor Castle, England. Windsor Castle has been the home of British royalty for well over 1000 years and is absolutely full of fascinating history and original features, artifacts, and furnishings.
- Eilean Donan, Scotland. This Scottish castle is one of the most famous and recognizable in the country and attracts many tourists. Located on its own island, offering views of the beautiful Isle of Skye, Eilean Donan Castle is incredibly Romantic and picturesque.
- Edinburgh Castle, Scotland. Edinburgh Castle dominates the city skyline and has been a highlight for tourists for years. The castle houses the Crown Jewels of Scotland, as well as several other impressive and fascinating treasures; the oldest part of the castle is St Margaret’s Chapel, which dates back to the 12th century.
- Caerphilly Castle, Wales. Located in South Wales, Caerphilly Castle is the second largest castle in Britain and has, since its construction in the late 13th century, been an architectural wonder.
Apr 26, 2021 · But there are a lot of wonderful castles in Europe and the list is missing some countries that have wonderful ones: Scotland, from Edinburgh to Eilean Donan, the Czech Republic with Český Krumlov and Lednice and Valtice, Italy from Castel Del Monte to Miramare Castle in Trieste.
- Prague Castle. One of the best things to do in Prague is to climb the hill from Mala Strana, the Lesser Town, to the Castle District. It is one of the most famous landmarks of Prague and one of the biggest castles in the world, with an astonishing array of buildings inside.
- Castelo De Marvao, Portugal. There are hundreds of beautiful castles in Portugal, but for us, one stands out. Marvao Castle dominates the village of the same name, and a steep mountain in the Serra de Sao Mamede range.
- Conwy Castle, Wales. Conwy Castle was one of several built by English King Edward I to keep the Welsh in check. Conwy is one of four – the others being Caernarfon, Beaumaris and Harlech – that make up the Gwynedd Castles UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Chateau D’Azay-Le-Rideau, Loire Valley, France. We had to include one of the châteaux of the Loire in our list, and opted for one of the smaller ones, Azay-le-Rideau.
Mar 22, 2017 · Top 10 Castles of Europe. 1 of 10. Long before it helped to inspire Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland, Neuschwanstein was a refuge for Germany ’s King Ludwig II of Bavaria who spent much of ...
Aug 14, 2023 · 1 – Alcázar of Segovia, Spain. Located in the city of Segovia, Alcázar of Segovia is a medieval alcázar and UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s shaped like the bow of a ship, which makes it one of the most distinctive castles in Europe. 2 – Bodiam Castle, England. Bodiam Castle is a 14th-century moated castle in West Sussex.
