Burg Grimmenstein

The castle stands at 660 meters above sea level on the southeastern slope of Kulmriegels, featuring both a high castle on rocks and lower fortifications.

Originally constructed in the 12th century, the castle includes remnants of ancient structures, with sections of the preserved keep potentially dating back to Roman times.

The fortress represents medieval Austrian defensive architecture, incorporating multiple construction phases that reflect different periods of regional military engineering.

Visitors can reach the castle through a designated parking lot, with hourly train service during opening hours and options for refreshments while waiting for tours.

Since 2014, the Grimmenstein family has completed 90 percent of the castle restoration without public funding, transforming ruins into an active cultural site.

Location: Grimmenstein

Address: Burgweg 3 2840

Website: https://burg-grimmenstein.at

GPS coordinates: 47.63199,16.12039

Latest update: June 2, 2025 15:05