Everything you need to know before visiting Lichtenstein Castle
Located on the edge of the Swabian Alps in the German state of Baden-Wurttemberg lies the Lichtenstein Castle. This gothic-style castle is perched on a beautiful exposed cliff overlooking a wooded valley, you can also see the southern part of the town of Lichtenstein from the castle. Lichtenstein Castle is often considered one of the most fairytale-esque castles to visit in all of Germany. During the spring and summer the surrounding landscape is very green and lush, during autumn, however, is when Lichtenstein Castle is at its best. The surrounding hills and valleys, all filled with trees, turns a beautiful orange and yellow as the leaves begin to change. Even amongst snow-capped hills in the winter the castle holds a certain elegance, however, the castle is closed during some of the winter months, details on when the castle is open below. Schloss Lichtenstein Castle History The origins of Schloss Lichtenstein date back to 1100 when the castle belonged to the lords of Liechtenst...