Filseck Castle, Uhingen, Germany

Filseck castle dates from the first half of the 13th century when it was built by Counts of Aichelberg. In 1596 it was acquired by Burkhardt von Berlichingen, who built a Renaissance castle with two towers. The ornamental paintings in the hall dates from this period. A devastating fire destroyed the south and west wings of the castle in 1971, but the restoration completed in 1994. Today Filseck castle hosts cultural events, such as concerts and exhibitions.

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Bogdan Kyryliuk (3 years ago)
A nice place, it has a restaurant, a free art gallery and a beautiful nature around with great hikes

Gianni Rota (4 years ago)
Special locstion Near Goppingen... inside is good 1 Star Michelin Restaurant.. good for one different evening or nice afternoon in greay place...

Marius Grigorita (4 years ago)
Nice

Serdar M. (4 years ago)
It is a good place for recreation. You can have a walk or run around this place. Also, don't forget to use wooden path in the forest for the exploration and as a shortcut for the route.

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