Ortenberg Castle, Medieval castle in Ortenau, Germany.
The stone fortress rises on a hilltop at the end of the Kinzig Valley between Offenburg and Gengenbach, offering views across the surrounding landscapes.
Built by the House of Zähringen in the 11th century, the castle served as an administrative center for imperial taxation and customs authority until 1697.
The neo-Gothic reconstruction from 1838 to 1843 features Renaissance-style frescos in the inner courtyard and painted ceilings in the arcades.
The castle functions as a youth hostel since 1942, allowing visitors to stay overnight in renovated rooms within the medieval structure.
The Malerturm, originally constructed as a powder tower, now serves as a ceremonial space for wedding celebrations.
Location: Ortenberg
GPS coordinates: 48.43802,7.96073
Latest update: May 23, 2025 21:20
Gengenbach Abbey
5.6 km
Ruine Diersburg
6.1 km
Jakobuskapelle auf dem Bergle
5.6 km
Hubert Burda Media Tower
3.6 km
Holy Cross Church
3.9 km
Ritterhaus Museum
3.6 km
Messe Offenburg
3.5 km
Dreifaltigkeitskirche (Offenburg)
3.8 km
Brandeckkopf
5.8 km
St. Brigitta
5.6 km
St. Jakobus (Schutterwald)
5.8 km
St. Bartholomäus
1.7 km
Schlachthof
4.1 km
St. Martin (Gengenbach)
5.1 km
Kapuzinerkloster Offenburg
3.5 km
Jüdischer Friedhof Offenburg
3.7 km
Strandbad Gifiz
2.8 km
Bühlwegkapelle
2.2 km
Synagoge (Diersburg)
4.8 km
Category:Dreifaltigkeitskirche (Ohlsbach)
2.6 km
St. Karl Borromäus
4.6 km
Jüdischer Friedhof Diersburg
4.5 km
Menhir von Ortenberg
1.3 km
Menhir von Rammersweier
5.5 km
St. Georg
4 km
Niggelturm
5.5 km
Brandeck Tower
5.8 km
St.-Andreas-Hospital
3.7 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