The Top 7 Castles around Heltersberg

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 7 beautiful castles to choose from around Heltersberg. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Gräfenstein castle ruins (Merzalber Castle)

Ruppertsfelsen and Ruppertstein Castle

Wilenstein Castle

Steinenschloss

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Gräfenstein castle ruins (Merzalber Castle)
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Very well preserved castle, there is a lot to discover here and there is a great view from the tower.
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Ruppertsfelsen and Ruppertstein Castle
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Ruins of Ruppertstein Castle. There is almost nothing left to see of the castle itself, but both the stairs to the castle and the spectacular panoramic views are worth the …
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Wilenstein Castle
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The castle was probably built around 1152 by Emperor Frederick Barbarossa to protect the imperial lands and to secure the Hohenstaufen estate. The castle was destroyed in the Thirty Years' …
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Steinenschloss
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Very interesting castle ruins. A detour to the "Rieslocher gorge is worth it".
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