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Castles & Palaces

This collection spans Austria’s architectural evolution, from the medieval fortifications of Hohensalzburg and the volcanic cliff-top Riegersburg to the opulent Baroque residences of Schönbrunn and Belvedere. It features unique sites like the lakeside Schloss Ort in Gmunden and the Renaissance collections of Ambras Castle. Highlights include the Habsburgs' summer retreat at the Imperial Villa, the 14 defensive gates of Hochosterwitz, and the art-filled halls of the Esterházy and Eggenberg palaces.

Castles & Palaces – Kart

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Castle of Ambras

Ambras Castle is a Renaissance castle and palace located in the hills above Innsbruck, Austria. Ambras Castle is 632 metres above sea level.

Schlaier / CC BY 3.0

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Schattenburg Castle

Schattenburg is a castle, museum and restaurant in Feldkirch, Vorarlberg. Schattenburg is 480 metres above sea level..

Thyes / Public domain

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Burg Hohenbregenz

Ruins of a high medieval hilltop castle situated near Bregenz. Originally dating to the 11th century, the site features historical fortification remains and offers panoramic views over Lake Constance.

böhringer friedrich / CC BY-SA 2.5

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Kufstein fortress

The Kufstein Fortress is the main landmark of Kufstein, a town in Tyrol, Austria. It is sometimes wrongly referred to as Geroldseck Fortress.

Sygic Traveler / All rights reserved

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Schonbrunn Palace

Nowhere in Vienna is its imperial history more palpable than in the Schönbrunn Palace.

Andrew Bossi / CC BY-SA 2.5

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Hohensalzburg Fortress

Historic medieval fortress on a rocky hill featuring well-preserved Gothic architecture and panoramic views of the city and mountains.

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Belvedere

Baroque palace complex housing an art museum with a collection spanning 800 years of history. The site features significant works of Austrian art from the Middle Ages to the present day.

Johann Jaritz / CC BY-SA 3.0 at

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Hochosterwitz Castle

Hochosterwitz Castle is a castle in Austria, considered one of Austria's most impressive medieval castles.

Andi oisn / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Riegersburg Castle

Riegersburg Castle is a medieval castle situated on a dormant volcano above the town of Riegersburg in the Austrian state of Styria.

Christoph Lederer / CC-BY-SA-3.0

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Forchtenstein Castle

Forchtenstein Castle is a castle built in the Late Middle Ages near the municipality of Forchtenstein in northern Burgenland, Austria.

Andrew Bossi / CC BY-SA 2.5

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Mirabell Palace

Historic Baroque palace and garden complex known for its architectural beauty, cultural events, and role as a municipal office. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring notable interiors and free-access gardens.

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Eggenberg Castle

Eggenberg Palace in Graz, is the most significant Baroque palace complex in the Austrian province of Styria.

MatthiasKabel / CC-BY-SA-3.0

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Hohenwerfen Fortress

Hohenwerfen Castle is a medieval rock castle, situated on a 623-metre precipice overlooking the Austrian market town of Werfen in the…

Bwag / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Burg Kreuzenstein

Burg Kreuzenstein is a castle near Leobendorf in Lower Austria, Austria. Burg Kreuzenstein is 265 metres above sea level.

Herzi Pinki / CC BY-SA 3.0 at

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Güssing Castle

Güssing Castle is a castle in southern Burgenland, Austria. On June 30, 1524, the castle was acquired by the Batthyány family, which retains…

Jayapura / CC BY 1.0

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Esterházy Palace

14th century palace with distinctive Baroque and Neoclassical features. Take a guided tour through its lavish interior.

Trin2bloom Bloom / CC-BY-SA

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Linz Castle

Castle with a dramatic history known since the 8th century now houses a provincial museum. Highlight: cast metal city model.

Grubernst / CC0

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Ort Castle

Schloss Ort is an Austrian castle situated in the Traunsee lake, in Gmunden, 19 kilometres from Vöcklabruck, the gate to Salzkammergut.

Public Domain

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Imperial Villa

Summer residence of Habsburgs. A dream-like place: awe-inspiring natural setting and lavishly decorated palace.

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