Gars am Kamp Castle, Gars am Kamp, Austria

Gars am Kamp Castle was built around 1120-1130. The heterogeneously arranged complex of the hilltop castle stands on terraced land descending in three levels by the Kamp River.

On the highest level stands the main castle, enclosed by a ring wall. On the second, middle plateau, there are the southern gate tower and the castle chapel, a hall building from the 16th century to the west, and the surrounding fortifications from the 13th century. On the third, lowest level, connected by a castle path, the fortified outer bailey hosts the parish church of Thunau am Kamp on a southern terrace. A small coat of arms stone of the Rotthal family (dated 1709) is located above the portal to the north tower.

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channel max (2 years ago)
They are the ruins of a large castle, originally from the 11th century. For a couple of centuries it was the seat of the noble Babenberger family, margraves of Austria, involved in the medieval struggles between the Papacy and the Empire. Today it is freely visited and hosts events and concerts in the summer months.

Matthew MacNail (2 years ago)
Imposing castle ruins that stand majestically above the town of Gars am Kamp. Nice viewing platform and interesting walls. It's a shame that a large part of the stage and stands is not accessible.

Olly Gronau (3 years ago)
Lovely place. Wonderful views!!

Backloop (4 years ago)
Nice Place !!!!

David Jäger (5 years ago)
Nice concerts and theater and etc. nice place to visit just nice ! ❕

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