Schaumburg Castle, Medieval château in Balduinstein, Germany.
The stone fortress stands on an elevated position near Limburg an der Lahn, displaying architectural elements from different construction periods.
Founded in 901, Schaumburg Castle served as the central administrative seat for territories including Biebrich, Cramberg, and Steinsberg regions.
The structure represents a significant example of German medieval fortification design, maintained as a cultural heritage monument in Rhineland-Palatinate.
Located at coordinates 50.339 latitude and 7.9775 longitude, visitors can access the castle through guided tours to learn about its architecture.
A Turkish investment group currently owns this former residence of the Waldeck and Pyrmont ruling family, marking changes in European castle ownership.
Location: Balduinstein
Inception: 10 century
GPS coordinates: 50.33900,7.97750
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:21
Limburg Cathedral
8.4 km
Schloss Oranienstein
4.1 km
Justizvollzugs- und Sicherungsverwahranstalt Diez
5.8 km
Diez Castle
4.2 km
Burg Katzenelnbogen
7.9 km
Castle Balduinstein
641 m
Laurenburg Castle
5.2 km
Hohlenfels Castle
6.6 km
Burg Ardeck
4.9 km
Skite des heiligen Spyridon
3.7 km
Hauptfriedhof Limburg an der Lahn
7.1 km
Wilhelm-von-Nassau-Kaserne Diez
4.6 km
Klosterruine Brunnenburg
5.6 km
St. Maria
4.2 km
Schloss Laurenburg
5.2 km
Balduinstein station
1.1 km
Waldecksches Jagdschloss
3.2 km
Alte Burg
5.7 km
Klosterruine Bärbach
2.9 km
Herz-Jesu-Kirche (Diez)
4.1 km
Gabelstein-Hoelloch
1.9 km
Steinbruch Fachingen
3.2 km
Ergenstein
5.2 km
Jüdischer Friedhof Cramberg
3.3 km
Synagoge (Diez)
4 km
Sender Staffel
7.1 km
Jewish Cemetery
7.9 km
Freibad Katzenelnbogen
6.7 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes