Schattenburg, Medieval castle in Feldkirch, Austria
Schattenburg is a castle sitting on a hilltop overlooking the city of Feldkirch in western Austria. The stone building now contains a museum with rooms displaying weapons, household objects, and other items from centuries past.
The castle was built around 1200 by Hugo I of Montfort as a fortress for his family. It later became property of the Habsburgs in 1390 and has served different purposes across the centuries.
The castle museum spans three floors with eighteen exhibition rooms displaying weapons and artifacts that tell the story of Feldkirch through centuries.
The castle sits on a steep slope, so wear comfortable walking shoes for the climb up from the town center. Plan for a short uphill walk that takes about 15 minutes and rewards you with views of the surroundings.
The castle once served as the main political seat of the region but lost importance as the town developed around other areas. Visitors today come as much for the building's structure and age as for the collection inside.
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