Schloss Burgk

#2047 among destinations in Germany

Museum, Forts and castles, Top attraction

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Burgk Castle on the River Saale is a schloss and former castle in the county of Saale-Orla-Kreis in the Thuringian Highlands of Germany which, today, houses a museum that portrays the princely lifestyle of years gone by. From the time of its construction in the Middle Ages to 1945 it belonged to the House of Reuß. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°33'13"N, 11°42'58"E

Location

Ortsstraße 16Burgk 07907 ThuringiaGermany

Contact

+49 3663 400119

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Day trips

Schloss Burgk – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Steinerne Rose, Schleiz, Ziegenrück.

2.4 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Rock
Steinerne Rose
62 min walk • The Steinerne Rose is a rare natural monument. It is a diabase rock formation, that originated on the sea bed from outflowing lava in the middle Devonian, i.e. about 400 million years ago.
4.4 miNE
Town
Schleiz
112 min walk • For history enthusiasts, Schleiz is a treasure trove of fascinating landmarks and architectural marvels. Start your journey by visiting the imposing Schleiz Castle, a medieval fortress that stands proudly atop a hill overlooking the town.
5 miNW
Locality
Ziegenrück
127 min walk • Ziegenrück is a town in the Saale-Orla-Kreis district, in southern Thuringia, Germany. It is situated on the river Saale, 22 km east of Saalfeld, and 35 km south of Jena. Ziegenrück is Germany's 5th smallest town with currently about 700+ inhabitants.