Germany's fairy-tale castle.
āš°A charming castle in Kƶnigswinter along the Rhine River
š°Schloss Drachenburg
š°Historical Background
A villa-style castle built in just two years (1882ā1884) by banker Stephan von Sarter
š°Architectural Style
A masterpiece of Historicism (Neo-Gothic style)
š°The View
Situated halfway up the Drachenfels hill overlooking the Rhine, the terrace offers a stunning panoramic view of the river
š°Lavish Interior
The castle features beautifully preserved murals, stained glass, and furnishings that reflect the wealth of the era, all open for tours
šDrachenfelsstraĆe 118, 53639 Kƶnigswinter, Germany
š£
ā A 40-minute walk from the station at the base
ā” Take the cog railway from the foot of the hill
⢠Drive halfway up and walk for about 15 minutes
šļøFor a breathtaking viewpoint overlooking both Schloss Drachenburg and the Rhine, continue hiking up the trail for about 10 minutes from the castleā
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