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Burg Hochosterwitz

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  • Hochosterwitz Castle
    Hochosterwitz Castle
    Photo: Andreas Duller, Mittelkärnten
HOCHOSTERWITZ CASTLE

The armoury, the weapons collection, and the interesting picture collection from the Renaissance bear witness to the history of this unique weir system. In addition to the possibility of ascending through the 14 historic castle gates, you can also reach the Castle with the new panoramic railway. There is also a restaurant at the castle to satisfy small and big appetite. For more information,visit our website.

Tips: Most of the castle can be seen and experienced on foot. (Quelle: Kärnten Card)

Opening times

Closed today
Open Oct 01, 2026 through Nov 01, 2026 from Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun 10:00–17:00 .

die aktuellen Öffnungszeiten entnehmen Sie direkt der Homepage:

www.burg-hochosterwitz.com

Price:

die genauen Preise entnehmen Sie der Homepage:

www.burg-hochosterwitz.com

Public transport

ÖBB Fahrplanauskunft

https://fahrplan.oebb.at/bin/query.exe/dn?

Directions

Herold Routenplaner:

www.herold.at/routenplaner

Parking

direkt am Fuße der Burg

Coordinates

DD
46.756150, 14.451126
DMS
46°45'22.1"N 14°27'04.1"E
UTM
33T 458082 5178212
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