Gallenstein Castle, Sankt Gallen, Austria

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Jan Lodl (3 years ago)
The ruins of the castle romantically overlooking the surrounding valley. The partially reconstructed parts give an idea of the original appearance of the castle. Today its galleries offer beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. There is an area of the castle that probably offers refreshments in high season (I did not see it open) and there are toilets. Cultural events are regularly held here.

Sujay M (3 years ago)
Nice castle... be very careful there is nobody up there and there r wild animals all around... after coming back i read the board saying ho up there with your own risk

Stefan Hosemann (5 years ago)
A really great castle ruin. The castle tavern seems to be closed due to covid 19, but a visit is still recommended as there are no people and you can walk around freely

Mattia Rosa (5 years ago)
The issue is permanenrly CLOSED. The courtyard is open, and there's magnificent view from the balustrade, the castle is very well kept. But that's it, so don't get your hopes too high

Visby Cathedral

Visby Cathedral (also known as St. Mary’s Church) is the only survived medieval church in Visby. It was originally built for German merchants and inaugurated in 1225. Around the year 1350 the church was enlarged and converted into a basilica. The two-storey magazine was also added then above the nave as a warehouse for merchants.

Following the Reformation, the church was transformed into a parish church for the town of Visby. All other churches were abandoned. Shortly after the Reformation, in 1572, Gotland was made into its own Diocese, and the church designated its cathedral.

There is not much left of the original interior. The font is made of local red marble in the 13th century. The pulpit was made in Lübeck in 1684. There are 400 graves under the church floor.

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