Castles in Styria, Austria 2023

Most reviewed Castles in Styria

4.5 Schloss Eggenberg (717 reviews)
- One of the best things to see in Graz.
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Castles • Parks • Art Museums

The unique architecture of Schloss Eggenberg, the most important great house in Styria, is a complex symbolic representation of the universe. At the same time, with its impressive combination of Baroque interiors (magnificent state rooms), magical gardens and park, and priceless collections of the Universalmuseum Joanneum (Alte Galerie with its old masters paintings, Archaeology Museum and Coin Cabinet), Eggenberg contains a fascinatingly varied panorama of Styrian culture over the centuries. UNESCO World Heritage Site! Please note: dogs are not allowed in the park to protect our peacocks. See more..
4.5 Riegersburg Castle (261 reviews)
- Really good visit to a unique castle
Tuesday: Spent 2-3 hours Castles • History Museums

Riegersburg Castle is situated on top of a 482 m dormant volcano. The "strongest fortress of Christianity" was first mentionend 1138. The Riegersburg is the property of the princely family of Liechtenstein sind 1822 who endeavour to preserve and restore the fortress. Make an art history time travel in the castle from the Gothic chapel over to the Renaissance Knights Hall and to the Baroque White Hall. The fortress is easily accessible by lift, situated north of the castle. You can also enter the Riegersburg climbing up the footpath through the 7 archways. For the ascent you need about 20 minutes. For the adventurous there is the via ferrata. See more..
4.0 Spanische Hofreitschule Bundesgestüt Piber (126 reviews)
- Piber
Castles • Farms

We loved our couple of days in Piber where you could get up close and personal with the horses. BUT can anyone tell me the name of the hotel right next to the stables? I want to recommend it to friends but have lost the name? Please help if you can See more..
4.5 Burgruine Gösting (79 reviews)
- Stunning view over Graz
Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Castles

The ruins of the Gösting Castle rise up where the Mur River Valley opens up into Graz. Built in this strategic position between the 11th and the 15th centuries, the castle could control all traffic into Graz. In 1925, the Castle Society was founded to attempt to prevent further destruction after years of neglect and fires during the 18th and 19th centuries. Rising 200 meters over the Mur River, Gösting Ruins offers great views over Graz. See more..
4.5 Castle Herberstein (37 reviews)
- Beautiful and Idyllic
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Castles • Gardens

Mysteriously hidden in the wild and romantic landscape of the Feistritzklamm is located one of Austria’s most famous castles: Castle Herberstein See more..
4.5 Schloss Seggau (36 reviews)
- Beautiful hotel with mesmerising views, excellent hotel staff and a beautiful getway from the busy life.
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Castles

This place is one of the most beautiful places i have ever seen in my life. Do walk downhill to see this beautiful lake. See more..
4.5 Schloss Kornberg (30 reviews)
- An astonishing place and kind hearts I've met in Austrian Styria
Spent 1-2 hours Castles

After arriving I immediately regretted that the rest of my family was not with me and could not plunge into the atmosphere that prevailed at this place. A beautifully decorated courtyard, Xmas market and joyful guests surrounded me. I met the count himself, the owner of the castle, who impressed me with indefatigable energy and friendly attitude. The interior of the castle is so beautiful and every thing there breathes history. It's a pity that there was no time to listen to an excursion, but I will definitely return to Kornberg with my children soon. I especially want to note the exhibition of miniatures of castles located nearby. Layouts look like real ones, carefully selected and the whole exhibition is composed with great enthusiasm and love. Without exaggeration, I will say that this is a must see place for everyone. See attached some photos of the Schloss Kornberg and the Castle exhibition. See more..
3.5 Burg Oberkapfenberg (15 reviews)
- NICE!
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Castles

Really friendly service, amazing view and delicious meals! Unfortunately, they don't have many vegetarian meals... See more..
4.5 Stift Pöllau (13 reviews)
- Ein Blick der sich lohnt!
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Castles • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

Stift Pöllau ist ein MUSSSS!, wenn man in der Gegend ist.
Die Kirche, der Park, der gesamt Ort verleitet den Besucher zum verweilen, und es lohnt sich, der Idylle hinzugeben.
In aller Ruhe schreitet man durch historische Gemäuer, und diese danke es durch eben solche Ruhe! See more..
4.0 Schloss burgau (10 reviews)
- Weihnachtsmarkt
Castles

Sehr stimmungsvoll, wunderschön dekoriert. Ausgewählte schöne Ware.
Wir hatten viel gutes vorher gehört, absolut einen Besuch wert. Zeitweise sicher sehr überlaufen. Wir hatten aber Glück. See more..
3.5 Schloss Hollenegg (7 reviews)
- Beautiful and Peaceful Place to Visit
Spent 1-2 hours Architectural Buildings • Castles • Churches & Cathedrals

Scholss Hollenegg is a castle complex in the Styria area of Austria. It is owned by Prince DI Prince Alfred of Liechtenstein. The castle itself is not open to the public. Locals say that the only time that the public is allowed in is for Sunday service in the chapel during the summer. The grounds are open to the public. In fact, the horse stables are now used as a community hall. In fact, it housed indoor portions of the Christmas market while I visited. The Christmas market was small; however, it seemed that the whole community was there - the locals knew each other. I enjoyed this market as most of the goods were definitely locally made. The public can walk around the castle grounds and get a feel for the magnificence and age of the castle. Since I love beautiful architecture, the walk was fascinating. The castle is surrounded by beautiful woods. Even the children were having fun playing on the paths and lawn of the structure. This is a great visit for someone who loves castles or just wants to walk around and enjoy the grounds. See more..
4.5 Bildungshaus Schloss Retzhof (6 reviews)
- Must visit if you are in the neighborhood
Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Castles

I was at the Der Retzhof for the Easter market. Walked pleasantly in the market while enjoying the garden and the patio of the castle. A week later, I was there for a conference. We had a week of training at the facility. At that time I also used the hotel that is located in the premises. You can rent a bike and go for a bike ride or follow the trail for a good walk. They offer a map. I was trully happy with the hospitality of the Castle management. See more..
4.0 Burg Rabenstein (6 reviews)
- Oft von weitem gesehen
Spent < 1 hour Castles

Nachdem die Burg jahrelang nur von der Autobahn gesehen wurde, viel die Entscheidung endlich die Burg und die Ausstellung, Japaneum zu besuchen. Der Zugang erfolgte über den frei stehenden Aufzug der zu einer sehr gut erhaltenen Burganlage führte, die auch charmant die Modernisierungsarbeiten durchscheinen lässt. See more..
5.0 Burgruine Hohenwang (4 reviews)
- Kleine Auszeit
Ancient Ruins • Castles

Bei jedem Wetter zum empfehlen.
Schöner Sonnenuntergang, besonders im Winter. Gut begehbare Wege.
Oben kann man für den sehr aktiven Burgverein spenden, Spendenloch in der Burgmauer, neben dem Stiegenaufgang.
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2.5 Schloss Laubegg (3 reviews)
- Wedding
Spent < 1 hour Castles

I stayed two nights at this Schloss for a cousins wedfing. My single room was fine and the bathroom OK. Breakfast was excellent and servicewas quick and friendly. The location for a weeding was excellent. Lots of excellent photo oportunities with minimum 1600 year old Schlosd See more..
4.0 Schloss Obermurau (3 reviews)
- Schönes Schloss mit toller Führung
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Castles

Wir waren bei einer öffentlichen Führung, die uns wirklich gut gefallen hat. Tolle Räumlichkeiten und schöne Sachen zu entdecken. Die Tour Leiterin hat das super gemacht!
Wir waren bei einer öffentlichen Führung, die uns wirklich gut gefallen hat. Tolle Räumlichkeiten und schöne Sachen zu entdecken. Die Tour Leiterin hat das super gemacht! See more..
4.0 Burgruine Frauenburg (2 reviews)
- Lässige Location
Spent < 1 hour Castles
Ich habe zwar noch nicht herausgefunden, für welche 'Festivals' die Bühnen und Bars genutzt werden - aber eine Sommernachtsparty an diesem Plätzchen zahlt sich sicherlich aus! See more..
4.5 Burgruine Eppenstein (2 reviews)
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Castles

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4.5 Ruine Wolkenstein (2 reviews)
- Looks very attractive from the distance....
Spent < 1 hour Castles
however it is almost unapproachable during the winter time with snow at least via the hiking trail. The trail is not maintained. We tried in January this year and we had to give up. What a pity. See more..
5.0 Schloss Hartberg (2 reviews)
- Sehenswert
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Castles

Auch wenn man nicht ins Schloss geht, ist der davor befindliche Skulpturengarten interessant und sehenswert. See more..
4.0 Schloss Grosssolk (1 review)
- Nice little museum
Spent < 1 hour Castles • History Museums

We visited this castle because it was included in the free section of the Dachstein Sommercard. The castle itself is not very impressive, it's a rather small and plain building. In the outside area you can watch a little garden. Mostly it consists out of plants that can be used for medical purposes. Unfortunately it doesn't give you a lot of details, so if you are a bit familiar with this topic, you won't learn anything new. Inside you find a small natural history museum that shows the local wildlife, geographical details and more about the region. That part was quite nice. Also it surprisingly is somewhat interactive and tries to use a bit of modern technology like tablets. So if you are in the area this place is worth a visit, especially on a bad weather day (though you have to walk a few minutes from the not well signed parking space). See more..
4.0 Burg Gallenstein (1 review)
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Castles

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4.0 Burgruine Steinschloss (1 review)
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4.0 Burgruine Wildon (1 review)
- Wanderung rund um Wildon
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Castles
Es ist dies eine nette Wanderung welche auch als Rundtour gemacht werden kann.
Wir gingen von Unterhaus (Zufahrt Richtung Buschenschank Bockmoar) Richtung der grossen Höhle und nach ca 30min erreicht man den Bergrücken auf dem im Wald verborgen die Ruinen zu entdecken sind.
Sind frei zugänglich, zur Zeit allerdings gibt es einen abgesperrten Bereich bei dem archäologische Grabungen statt finden.
Abschließend in den Badesee zum Abkühlen ;) See more..
4.0 Burgruine Fohnsdorf (1 review)
- Ausblick
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Castles

Leider nur noch wenige Mauern vorhanden. Geschichtlich können wir leider nichts dazu beitragen - keine Führung. Eignet sich gut für Spaziergänge. Toller Ausblick über die Region. See more..
5.0 Schloss Pichl (1 review)
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4.0 Schloss Birkenstein (1 review)
- a nice medieval building
Spent < 1 hour Castles

From an exterior it is visibly a value archaeological building. You can see more fascinating details from within. See more..
3.0 Burgruine Lichtenegg mit Heimatmuseum (1 review)
- Closed castle with no information
Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Castles

Unfortunately castle was closed. There should be some information downstairs and not only upstairs. It has taken about 15 minutes to climb there without success. Hopefully there was nice views on the way. It would be also nice to have some English information. See more..
4.0 Schloss Wildbach - Deutschlandsberg (1 review)
- Where Schubert is said to have composed " The trout"
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Castles
Charming castle in a remote valley,too bad it is not open for visitors! We walked around the walls, tried to have a glimpse of the orangerie, and from the small bridge, looked at the river which is said to have inspired Schubert! See more..
5.0 Schloss Stubenberg (1 review)
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3.0 Burg Grünfels (1 review)
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Castles

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1.0 Schloss Leopoldstein (1 review)
- Hidden. Locked. Very Hostile. anyway Nice pictures from outside.
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Castles

at least you can pass that by when strolling to the beautiful leopoldsteiner see. you can skip the tourist cafe at the west coast. there is a cosy quiet one at the east coast, only 10mins walk. parking is 2€ per 5 hours. opposite the castle in the woods a holocaust memorial. See more..
3.0 Schloss Liechtenstein (1 review)
- Schloss, Landesschülerheim, Flüchtlingslager, jetzt geschlossen
Spent < 1 hour Castles
Ich war in den 50/60er Jahren "Zögling" in diesem ehemaligen Schloss der Familie Liechtenstein, dann, so hörte ich, war es ein Flüchtlingslager, jetzt ist es geschlossen. Das einst schöne Eingangstor in den vor dem Schloss gelegenen, kleinen Park von der Weißkirchnerstraße ist verfallen und mit unansehnlichen Brettern zugenagelt worden.
Ein unrühmliches Ende dieses einstigen architektonischen Kleinods. See more..
Schloss Hanfelden (0 review)
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Schloss Feistritz (0 review)
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Schloss Spielfeld (0 review)
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Schloss St. Georgen an der Stiefing (0 review)
Spent < 1 hour Universities & Schools • Architectural Buildings • Castles
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Schloss Thinnfeld (0 review)
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Lebring-Schloss Murstätten (0 review)
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Schloss Rohr (0 review)
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Schloss Pichlhofen (0 review)
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Schloss Klingenstein (0 review)
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Schloss Halbenrain - Landwirtschaftliche Fachschule Sankt Martin (0 review)
Spent < 1 hour Universities & Schools • Architectural Buildings • Castles
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Schloss Gleinstätten (0 review)
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Burgruine Waxenegg (0 review)
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Barockschloß Harrachegg (0 review)
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Schloss Frauheim (0 review)
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Kulturzentrum Schloss Wildon (0 review)
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Schloss Vasoldsberg (0 review)
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Schloss Poppendorf-Lisafeld (0 review)
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