Persenbeug Castle

Persenbeug, Austria

The first historical mention of the Persenbeug Castle dates from 970 AD when Bavarian Count of Semt and Ebersberg took possession of site and fortified it. Until 1593 it was owned by the Austrian imperial house. Then it went to the Hoyos family. The current appearance dates mainly from the 16th century. In 1800 Emperor Franz I of Austria bought the castle and the Persenbeug estate as a free private property. Today Persenbeug can be rented for events such weddings and parties.

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Founded: 970 AD
Category: Castles and fortifications in Austria

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www.persenbeug.at

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David Mandau (3 years ago)
Just for the view
Rastislav Halász (4 years ago)
Super
Zoran Knezevic (6 years ago)
Awesome
Florin Claudiu (6 years ago)
Beautiful
simon reason (6 years ago)
Stunning location and surprisingly peaceful
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