Dobra Castle Ruins, Pölla, Austria

Dobra castle was built in the 12th century and first mentioned in 1186. The name Dobra is derived from Slavic word for forest. At the beginning of the 18th century Baron Johann Philipp von Ehrmann was the landlord Dobra. After he expanded the Wetzlas castle into a mansion, Dobra castle fell into disrepair.

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Peter Nemetz (2 years ago)
Nice old castle with lake view.

Maisoun Haj-Ibrahim (4 years ago)
Great area

Lucas Domaros (4 years ago)
Amazing place

sachertorte (5 years ago)
So beautiful in autumn!

Stefan Hosemann (6 years ago)
Awesome castle. You can't go in there, however, the surrounding is great

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