Zeil Castle

Leutkirch im Allgäu, Germany

Zeil castle was built in 1599-1614 by Froben von Waldburg-Zeil. There was a small medieval castle before which was demolished in 1598. There is also a church. Today Zeil castle is privately owned, but the park is open to the public.

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Leutkirch im Allgäu, Germany
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Founded: 1599-1614
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Reformation & Wars of Religion (Germany)

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4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

G. A. Rocha (13 months ago)
A nice rest stop from the motorway - there’s a lovely Biergarten just next to the castle with good service and good food!
Victoria Labunets (17 months ago)
Really well arranged place, nice to see how people care about their heritage. Great view point and nice walking around.
Björn Böing (3 years ago)
Beautiful castle garden with a great view and also free of charge.
manoj sambasivam (3 years ago)
Nice hike
Stefan Bayer (4 years ago)
Great view at sunrise and sunset! Always worth the visit. Easy to reach by exiting the German Autobahn A96 in Altmannshofen.
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