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Sebenstein Castle
Sebenstein Castle, visible from afar on a rock above the town of the same name in Lower Austria, is considered one of the best-preserved castles in the region. The complex was founded around 1180 and served as an important fortress on the border between Austria and Styria. A special feature is its high structural continuity: unlike many other ruins, Sebenstein was never completely destroyed and was expanded into a spacious complex with an outer bailey and main castle in the 15th century. In the 19th century, Prince Johann I of Liechtenstein acquired the castle, had it restored in the romantic spirit of the time, and furnished it with a significant art collection. The castle houses valuable exhibits, including late Gothic sculptures and medieval weapons. The 30-meter-high keep features an impressive panoramic view over the Bucklige Welt and the Steinfeld, illustrating the strategic location of the former defensive castle.
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Create a postcard- Location: Burgenland, Austria
- Highlights: Ruine Thernberg · Erzherzog Johann Gedenkraum · Annenruh'
- Nearby: Neunkirchen (11 km)
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The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -2 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 20 | 15 | 9 | 4 | -1 |
| Rain mm | 39 | 40 | 46 | 45 | 87 | 98 | 95 | 96 | 86 | 59 | 52 | 44 |
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- Foundation of the castle around the year 1180.
- Expansion into a large fortress in the 15th century.
- Purchased by Prince Johann I of Liechtenstein in 1824.
- The keep has a height of 30 meters.
- Houses a significant late Gothic art collection.
- Defense against Hungarians in the late 15th century.
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