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When Emperor Charles IV founded Karlštejn Castle in 1348, he had one purpose in mind: to build the safest possible place on earth for the things he valued above all else.
When Emperor Charles IV founded Karlštejn Castle in 1348, he had one purpose in mind: to build the safest possible place on earth for the things he valued above all else. Not gold. Not weapons. But holy relics. Find out what makes Karlštejn unlike almost any other medieval fortress in Europe. / READ MORE /
Amerongen Castle near Utrecht - a hidden gem in The Netherlands
Most visitors to Amsterdam never make it past the canals. That's understandable, but it also means they miss something. Within an hour or two of the city, the Dutch countryside hides a handful of castles and historic estates that rival anything you'll find in France or Germany. Here are five near Amsterdam that deserve a place on your itinerary. / READ MORE /
The Baroque palace Schloss Moritzburg (photo: © Schlösserland Sachsen / Sebastian Rose)
Moritzburg, Saxony — The Baroque palace Schloss Moritzburg in the German region of Saxony has officially opened its 2026 summer season, introducing new artworks and fresh reasons to visit one of Germany’s most iconic palace settings. Set on an artificial island and surrounded by reflective lakes and forests, Schloss Moritzburg is among the most picturesque... / READ MORE /
Neuenburg Castle
Saxony-Anhalt, Germany — The 2026 visitor season has officially launched for the region’s renowned castles, palaces, and historic residences. With new exhibitions, ongoing restorations, and enhanced accessibility in one of Germany’s most heritage-rich landscapes. Primarily managed by the Kulturstiftung Sachsen-Anhalt, this extensive network of monuments is embracing the season with a strong emphasis on long-term... / READ MORE /
Castillo de Escalona
A dramatic partial collapse at the medieval Castillo de Escalona, near Madrid, has spotlighted the vulnerability of Europe’s aging historic monuments. On the morning of March 14, 2026, one of the castle’s towers gave way just before the site was due to open to the public. / READ MORE /
Schloss Hof with its famous Baroque Gardens (photo ©Schloss Schoenbrunn Kultur- und Betriebsges.m.b.H. Severin Wurnig)
The baroque palace of Austrian Schloss Hof is unveiling a major new exhibition for 2026 about Baroque gardens. Running from 7 March to 2 November 2026, the exposition invites visitors to discover how baroque garden design transformed outdoor space into an artistic expression of power, aesthetics and social identity. / READ MORE /
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