Castles in Europe

Europe is filled with castles - from storybook palaces and mountaintop fortresses to ruined strongholds overlooking rivers, lakes, and medieval towns. Some are famous landmarks, while others are smaller places you may discover only after exploring a particular country or region.

This guide is designed to help you get oriented. Browse castles across Europe, or narrow the collection by country, region, castle type, and other helpful tags. Each castle guide introduces the setting, history, highlights, and practical details you need to decide whether it belongs in your travel plans.

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Created by a momma of five children, Peanut Beans is a growing travel guide focused on helping you confidently choose destinations for vacations and longer stays. Every destination is carefully researched and, as our own adventures grow, enriched with first-hand experiences. Whether it's a solo or couples trip — or traveling with the family, the goal is simple: to help you navigate traveling to Europe. Read more...