Hohenegg Castle

Description

Hohenegg Castle was mentioned in 1140. After several owners in the Middle Ages it was turned into a Renaissance style residence in 1584–1594. Today it lies in ruins.

Address
Hohenegg 2, Hafnerbach, Austria

Established
12th century

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