Schloss Zeil

Schloss Zeil is a Renaissance castle perched on the Zeiler ridge, overlooking Leutkirch and the southern Allgäu region stretching toward the Alps. The grounds feature centuries-old linden trees, fountains, and classical statues that define the park.

The castle replaced an earlier fortress dating to 1123 and has served the ruling family's needs throughout its existence. Since 1599 it has been the residence of the princes of Waldburg-Zeil.

The rooms display furniture and decoration that reflect the lifestyle of German nobility across different periods. Visitors can see today the furnishings that shaped the daily life of residents.

The interior remains private, but visitors can walk the grounds with their centuries-old linden trees, fountains, and classical statues. The location provides excellent vantage points for viewing the surrounding landscape and distant mountains.

The castle escaped damage through various historical conflicts and retained its original structure throughout. This continuity makes it a rare example of a nobility residence that remained largely unchanged while continuously inhabited.