Castles in Austria
Castles in Austria: 2,299 castles across 1,060 towns and cities — including 1,603 medieval castles, 288 palaces, 401 ruins, 2 UNESCO-listed. Browse the list, or narrow it down by city and type.
- 2 UNESCO World Heritage
- 10 free to visit
- 14 house a museum
- 19 castle hotels
- 401 ruins to explore
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Common questions
How many castles are there in Austria?
2,299 — each with its location on the map, what it is, and the visiting details we could confirm.
Are castles in Austria free to visit?
10 of 2,299 are confirmed free to visit, and 29 are ticketed. For the rest, entry is not confirmed yet — check each listing.
Are any castles in Austria UNESCO World Heritage Sites?
Yes — 2 of 2,299 are UNESCO-listed. Look for the World Heritage badge on the list.
Can you stay overnight in a castle in Austria?
Yes — 19 are castle hotels, with historic rooms you can book.