Krems Castle

Voitsberg, Austria

Krems castle history dates back to the 11th or 12th century. It was built by the Archbishop of Salzburg and mentioned first time in 1248. In the 16th century it was expanded and remodelled in Renaissance style. After 1730 the castle lost its position as administration residence and was left to decay. Today Krems ruins are well preserved. A small museum room opened in May 2015 exhibiting the history of castle.

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Nelkengasse 4, Voitsberg, Austria
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Founded: 12th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Austria

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Ivett Pálinkás (14 months ago)
Interessante Ruinen, angenehme Atmosphäre, ein Spaziergang ist es Wert. Viel darf man aber nicht erwarten, besonders wenn es nicht offen ist.
Christoph Schlag (2 years ago)
Habe super Aufnahmen gemacht sehr schön und gepflegt !!!!
Chris F (2 years ago)
Toll restaurierte Burg. Leider nur Zutritt nach telefonischer Voranmeldung oder bei Events (selten). Trotzdem ein netted Ausflugsziel mit Kindern. Man kann um die ganze Burg außen herumgehen.
Ric ༒ Medio (2 years ago)
Sehr interessant. Toller Service vom Burgverein. Ritterkämpfe und Kinderspaß. Aber beachten nur am Tag der offenen Tür.
Steve Drtina (2 years ago)
Burg Krems, Krems,Voitsberg; Steiermark
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