Set on slate rock, this impressive fortress is the only clifftop castle on the Middle Rhine that has never been destroyed. Set in an almost inaccessible location, it has been touched by neither war, earthquake or the ravages of time.

Stepping back into the Middle Ages
Sitting on top of a rocky cliff overlooking the Rhine, this impressive castle consists of a striking keep, several buildings, outer wards and ramparts. A tour of the only castle on the Rhine never to have been destroyed, with its completely intact fortifications, is like stepping back into the Middle Ages. Inside, it has an exquisite collection of armour.

A text-book example of medieval architecture, Marksburg Castle is the only clifftop castle on the Middle Rhine never to have been destroyed. A guided tour of the castle is like taking an exciting journey back in time to the Middle Ages. Highlights include a beautifully preserved collection of armour.

Philippsburg Castle houses the European Castles Institute with its unique library on medieval and early modern secular buildings. It contains more than 25,000 titles offering information relating to castles and palaces. Every known castle and palace in Europe is documented here in the form of plans, photos and postcards.