Hochosterwitz Castle, Medieval fortress in Sankt Georgen am Längsee, Austria
The castle stands on a 172-meter limestone rock formation, featuring defensive walls and fourteen gates along a 620-meter access road.
The castle's first documentation dates to 860 through a deed issued by Louis the German, marking continuous settlement since the Bronze Age.
The castle museum displays an extensive collection of medieval weapons, armor, and personal objects from the Khevenhüller family's 500-year residence.
Visitors can choose between walking through fourteen gates on the defensive pathway or using an elevator from the entrance to reach the castle.
The castle defenders once threw their last ox over the walls during a siege to convince attackers they had abundant food supplies.
Location: Sankt Georgen am Längsee
Elevation above the sea: 670 m
Address: Hochosterwitz 1
Website: https://burg-hochosterwitz.com/en
GPS coordinates: 46.75593,14.45241
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:53
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