Schloss Braunfels

Braunfels Castle – A Fairy Tale History High Above the Town

It looks like it has sprung from a fairy tale – and yet it is real: Majestically, Braunfels Castle sits on a basalt rock above the town, attracting attention with its distinctive silhouette rich in towers from afar.

For over 800 years, the castle has been continuously owned by the same noble family and is still inhabited today – a living cultural monument that uniquely combines history, art, and the present. Originally built as a fortress, the structure transformed over the centuries into a magnificent castle that incorporates numerous architectural epochs.

Exciting tours take visitors into the eventful history of the house, which maintained extensive connections to Europe and America and is still rich in treasures of art today. Particularly impressive: the diverse event program, ranging from classic tours to thematic walks and open-air performances in the romantic castle courtyard – an experience for young and old.

Braunfels Castle – where history comes alive and fairy-tale settings are reality.

Opening times

Usually, the following viewing options are available:

Viewings and tours from April to November: daily tours starting at 11 a.m., each on the hour. On Sundays and public holidays from 10 a.m., starting on the hour, until 5 p.m.
The princely family museum can be visited daily without a guided tour from 8:30 a.m. until dusk.

Viewings and tours from November to April: Tours are offered on Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, and during the Hessian school holidays starting at 11 a.m. each on the hour. The last tour begins at 4:00 p.m.
With prior registration, additional tours are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays - each at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Group tours are generally also possible on weekdays during the winter season, but please register in advance by phone at 06442 - 5002 or via email.
The princely family museum can be visited daily without a guided tour from 8:30 a.m. until dusk, (entry 4 € via coin insertion).

Please note that the opening times may vary from those listed.
Especially in case of storms, thunderstorms, snowfall & black ice, we recommend checking the page https://www.facebook.com/schlossbraunfels or better yet, call the Princely Solms Braunfels Rent Office (Tel. 06442 5002) or the castle guard (Tel. 06442 3390913).

The group size is between 4 to 25 persons.