Burg Greifenstein

#263 among destinations in Austria

Forts and castles, Historical place

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Burg Greifenstein is a castle in Lower Austria, Austria, overlooking the Danube. Burg Greifenstein is 227 metres above sea level. Approximately opposite to Burg Greifenstein is Burg Kreuzenstein, on the north shore of the Danube. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1050 (974 years ago)Coordinates: 48°20'51"N, 16°14'54"E

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Kostersitzgasse 5Greifenstein 3422 Lower AustriaAustria

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Burg Greifenstein – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stift Klosterneuburg, Burg Kreuzenstein, Strandbad Klosterneuburg, Leopoldsberg.

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