Liechtenstein Castle (German: Burg Liechtenstein) is a privately owned castle near Maria Enzersdorf in Lower Austria, bordering Vienna. It is on the edge of the Wienerwald (Vienna Woods). The castle, originally built during the 12th century, was destroyed by the Ottomans in the siege of Vienna in 1529, and again in the Battle of Vienna in 1683, and it remained in ruins until 1884, when it was rebuilt.With our custom trip planner, Maria Enzersdorf attractions like Burg Liechtenstein can be center stage of your vacation plans, and you can find out about other attractions like it, unlike it, near it, and miles away.
Liechtenstein (German for "bright stone") Castle is the place of origin of the House of Liechtenstein, the ruling family of the Principality of Liechtenstein. The family owned the castle from at least 1140 until the 13th century, and again from 1808 to the present.
Today, the castle hosts the Nestroy Theatre Festival, which is held annually during the summer months. The 1969 film A Walk with Love and Death, the 1971 film The Vampire Happening, the 1979 film The Fifth Musketeer, and the 1993 film The Three Musketeers featured shots of the castle.
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Not a nice place to be. Poor value for the entrance fee. Like they robed you. 🤮🤮🤮 So called aristocracy, in fact some cheap idiots
Not a nice place to be. Poor value for the entrance fee. Like they robed you. 🤮🤮🤮 So called aristocracy, in fact some cheap idiots more »
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Due to lock down have passed by this great castle as it is not far and i often walk this route. The castle itself was closed due to the lock down. Was very impressive this cold day, from far looks...
Due to lock down have passed by this great castle as it is not far and i often walk this route. The castle itself was closed due to the lock down. Was very impressive this cold day, from far looks... more »
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Loved the castle visit! The rooms are so well furnished and beautifully kept. The guide was very good. Will love to do the night visit ☺️🌃
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Had the best tour ever with Bianca !! Couldn’t recommend this castle or tour guide anymore! It was great to be taught so much about the castle by somebody who was so passionate! Thank you so much !! If you’re visiting Vienna ! It is a must to see.
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