Lengenfeld Castle, Burglengenfeld, Germany

Lengenfeld castle originates from the 10th century and the current appearance dates from the first half of the 12th century. The keep was added and castle enlarged by Wittelsbach family around 1123-1146. The castle is enclosed by 800m long curtain wall. Guided tours to the castle are available.

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X R (2 years ago)
Nice little castle and beautiful walls. The walk is very pleasant and really accessible to all. Very nice view of the city The castle is not open to the public.

San Dra (4 years ago)
The farm can only be visited by appointment. There is a path around the castle, very imposing. And the goats like it there too: D

Marina piskovic (4 years ago)
It's a shame that we can't visit ?

Andreas Högen (5 years ago)
Unfortunately, this time I cannot rate correctly A large number of white signs hang on the (wide open) main gate. Suggestion: a simple "entry prohibited for unauthorized persons" would be more understandable for everyone than a sign with a penalty of over 500 EUR for non-compliance with corona measures and a "only access for guided tours". Unfortunately, there is no information about when these will take place. So it is not necessarily immediately understandable that not even the site is allowed to be entered.

Damix Can (5 years ago)
A place that cannot be visited inside but is always a beautiful place with beautiful gardens and a breathtaking view

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