Falkenstein Castle

Sigmaringen, Germany

Falkenstein Castle in Sigmaringen, overlooking Danube, consists of two parts. The older one (Unterfalkenstein) was built in the early 12th century and today only some foundations remain. The Oberfalkenstein castle was built in 1516-1545 and is still has remarkable ruins.

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Sigmaringen, Germany
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Founded: 1516-1545
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Habsburg Dynasty (Germany)

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4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Rachel Christopher (9 months ago)
Very pretty in several of the rooms and an excellent audioguide. You can learn a lot about the history and see various room designs. I really enjoyed how not crowded it was. It is one of my favorite castles I’ve seen in Germany.
Giuseppe Talarico (12 months ago)
Visiting Sigmaringen Castle was an absolute delight! The castle exudes majesty from every corner, offering a captivating glimpse into history. The grandeur of the architecture and the rich heritage contained within its walls make for an unforgettable experience. Whether you choose to purchase tickets online or directly at the castle, exploring its interior is a must!
Виктория Зайцева (2 years ago)
A very chic castle. We came here for the second time. The chic interiors of the castle are simply amazing. Great collection of weapons. But most of all I liked that in the castle you can listen to the guide in several languages. You choose your language on a small phone given to you at the box office and listen to it as you walk through the halls. Very comfortably! No one interferes with anyone and everything is clear. I am delighted. It is very comfortable. Other castles and museums should follow the example of Singmaringen Castle. Thank you.
Emil Magda (3 years ago)
Beautiful castle in a magnificent nature corner. Lots of castle ruins near, river Danube and forest.
Gleb Babaren (3 years ago)
I visited more then 100 castles, but this castle is one of the biggest and richest I have seen in my live. You can take audio guide & buy castle vine or liqueur in the end of tour. You need around 3-4 hours to see everything inside. Highly recommended to visit this place.
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