Tureborgen in Uddevalla is an exciting ruin of a castle that looked medieval, but was built at the turn of the century. Today you can discover the remains of the castle and hike in the beautiful surrounding countryside.
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Royal castles in Sweden are what we're talking about today. Did you know that there are 11 Swedish castles that are usually considered royal? In addition, there are other castles and villas with royal connections ...
Read moreSchwerin Castle is a beautiful fairytale castle with turrets and towers, located in northern Germany. As well as being beautiful to look at, you can peek into the decorated halls and stroll around the lovely castle garden.
Read moreMoritzburg Castle near Dresden is a beautiful and fairytale-like hunting and baroque castle that is well worth a visit. On the walk inside the castle, you get a "histopad", which helps to bring history to life!
Read moreFestung Königstein in Germany is Europe's largest existing mountain fortress, rising mightily above the River Elbe. The impressive fortress, which has never been taken, now serves as a fascinating outdoor museum.
Read moreThe Hazmburk castle in the Czech Republic is now a ruin, yet it sits mightily on top of a hill in the town of Libochoviche. This town also has a baroque castle from the 17th century. Of course we visited both!
Read moreKokořín Castle in the Czech Republic is a historic castle located in the Bohemian Paradise nature reserve. The castle is exciting to see, and we also recommend nice hikes, and a nice campsite, in the immediate surrounding area.
Read moreHouska Castle in the Czech Republic is a Gothic building located a few kilometres north of the capital Prague. According to legend, this castle was built to cover one of the gates of hell, thus preventing terrifying creatures from appearing in our world. Today the castle is open to tourists.
Read moreAdventure in Malá Skála in the Czech Republic! Malá Skála is a town in the north of the Czech Republic known for its rock formations, and here you can try different adventures. We went here for a canoe trip, and to visit a castle high up on a cliff.
Read moreThe Residence in Würzburg is a stunning Baroque palace, and is considered one of the finest examples of sumptuous German Baroque. Much of the palace was destroyed during World War II, but has been rebuilt to its original splendour. Here you can see the largest ceiling fresco in the world.
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