Stixenstein Castle, Medieval castle in Ternitz, Austria.
The stone fortress stands on a hill above the Sierning valley, offering views across Lower Austria from its elevated position at 47 degrees north.
The castle remains demonstrate the evolution of medieval defensive architecture through multiple construction phases, with remnants reflecting different building periods.
The monument belongs to the municipality of Vienna and maintains its status as a protected heritage site, representing regional defensive structures.
Visitors can reach the castle via the road connecting Sieding and Puchberg am Schneeberg, with several hiking trails surrounding the structure.
The fortress location allows hikers to combine historical exploration with nature walks, including the 4-kilometer Naturpark Sierningtal trail near the castle grounds.
Location: Ternitz
Address: Stixenstein 3
GPS coordinates: 47.74521,15.97936
Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:36
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