Schloss Pichlarn, Lowland castle in Ennstal Valley, Austria
Schloss Pichlarn is a lowland castle in the Ennstal Valley in Styria, Austria, operating today as a hotel and restaurant. The property has two round towers, open grounds, a golf course, and a spa area.
The castle was founded around 1009 and first recorded under the name Puchlern in 1074. The Admont monastery later used it as a retreat for its clergy.
The castle functions as a restaurant and hospitality venue, serving dishes made with ingredients sourced from regional producers in the area. The food reflects local traditions while blending them with contemporary culinary approaches.
The estate sits in the Ennstal Valley and is easy to reach from nearby towns in Styria. Booking ahead is a good idea, as rooms, the spa, and the golf course can all be in use at the same time.
The golf course sits on slightly raised ground with open views toward the surrounding mountains, which makes for an setting that few visitors expect. Playing a round here means moving through land that monks once walked as part of a monastery retreat.
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