Burg Katzenstein

Burg Katzenstein offers families a rewarding outing: one of the oldest surviving Staufer castles in a dramatic hilltop location with views over a side valley. 🏰

You can discover an impressive medieval ensemble of curtain wall, Palas and the distinctive Katzenturm. The tower dates from the 11th century, is about 30 m high, shows massive projecting stone blocks and has an original entrance 7 m above ground – that sparks the imagination.

The Romanesque chapel from the 13th century with frescoes between late Romanesque and early Gothic invites short art and history stops. The medieval-style tavern „Zum Marstall“ and the historic guest rooms also provide breaks during the circuit. As a UNESCO Geopark-Infopunkt the castle is also suitable for geological and regional explorers.

• Curtain wall and Palas as visible, photogenic elements

• Katzenturm – 11th century, ca. 30 m, original entrance 7 m

• Romanesque chapel with frescoes (late Romanesque to early Gothic)

• Medieval-style tavern „Zum Marstall“ and guest rooms

• Viewing platforms, nature trails and UNESCO Geopark-Infopunkt