Willibaldsburg, Medieval castle in Eichstätt, Germany.
The Willibaldsburg fortress stands on a hilltop at 464 meters elevation, featuring two prominent towers with Renaissance architectural elements overlooking the Altmühl valley.
Construction of the initial fortification began in 1070, with major expansions in 1355 under Bishop Berthold von Nürnburg to create a residence for Eichstätt's prince-bishops.
The Jura Museum within the castle displays an extensive collection of regional fossils, including the renowned Eichstätt Archaeopteryx specimen from the Late Jurassic period.
Visitors can access the castle from April through October between 9 AM and 6 PM, while winter hours run from October to March between 10 AM and 4 PM.
The castle grounds contain the Bastion Garden, recreated in 1998 based on the historical Hortus Eystettensis botanical illustrations from 1613.
Location: Eichstätt
Inception: 1070
Address: Burgstraße 19,Willibaldsburg 1
GPS coordinates: 48.89458,11.16951
Latest update: May 17, 2025 04:09
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