Burg Riegersburg
The Riegersburg is considered the largest castle in Styria and is one of the most popular destinations in the country.
As an impregnable fortress, it sits enthroned high on the rocks and is not one of the most popular sights in the region for nothing. Thanks to its imposing fortifications and the unique location of the castle, it was already one of the strongest fortresses in the West that was never conquered.
Hardly any other castle is as impressive as the mighty Veste Riegersburg. Seven gates, eleven bastions, four kilometers of defensive walls and two moats protect the castle! There is a lot to discover inside the castle: discover the beautiful state rooms and inner courtyards. Learn a lot of interesting things and let yourself be inspired by the castle, witch and weapon museum. You can experience the museums even more intensively with our audio guides or on tours with our experienced castle guides.
Good to know
The drive from Graz takes approximately 50 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. Ample parking for cars and coaches is available at the lower station of the inclined lift, at the foot of Riegersburg Castle.
A guided tour of the castle museum and its historic state rooms takes approximately 45 minutes. A guided tour of the Witches' Museum also lasts around 45 minutes. Including the ride up on the inclined lift and some time to explore the castle at your own pace, you should allow approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes in total.
You can take the inclined lift from the foot of the castle hill, which brings you up to the castle in just a few minutes. Alternatively, you can walk up from the village of Riegersburg in around 15–20 minutes. Climbing enthusiasts can also reach the castle via the via ferrata route up the hill.
Yes, the castle tavern at Riegersburg Castle serves regional dishes and has an outdoor terrace with panoramic views of the rolling hills of southeastern Styria. A valid castle admission ticket is required to visit the tavern.
Details
History can be experienced here. The three museums (castle museum, witches museum, weapons museum) can be visited very well alone or with a guided tour. You immerse yourself in a completely different world and learn a lot about life in the castle, marvel at beautiful rooms, learn a lot about witches and weapons.
However the castle is reached by our visitors - the ascent is a priceless experience. Whether you want to climb the castle with the inclined lift built in 2003, on foot or via the via ferrata - the castle complex offers numerous attractions that are just waiting to be discovered.
There is a varied program especially for families and children.
Visit the bird of prey sanctuary in Riegersburg. You can expect an impressive and highly professional flight demonstration with birds of prey. Learn more about the high art of falconry and get to know the kings of the skies up close.
Regarding the recommended visit duration: Guided tours of the castle museum and the state rooms take around 45 minutes. A guided tour of the Witch Museum also takes approximately 45 minutes. The castle can also be explored independently without a guided tour.
If you choose to walk up to the castle from the village of Riegersburg instead of taking the inclined lift, allow an additional 15–20 minutes for the walk. From the visitor car park at the lift valley station, the walk up to the castle takes around 40 minutes.
For guests who arrive by car: ample parking is available at the lift valley station - including spaces suitable for coaches.
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