Prunn Castle: A Medieval Fortress in the Altmühl Valley
Explore a stunning medieval castle perched high above the Altmühl Valley, famed for its architecture and the discovery of the Nibelungenlied manuscript.
Perched dramatically atop a 70-meter rock cliff overlooking the Altmühl River valley, Prunn Castle is a remarkably well-preserved medieval castle near Riedenburg, Bavaria. Dating back to around 1200, it's famed for its imposing architecture and for being the site where the 'Prunner Codex,' a manuscript of the Nibelungenlied, was discovered.
A brief summary to Prunn Castle
- Schloßprunn 1, Riedenburg, 93339, DE
- +4994423323
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-4 pm
- Thursday 10 am-4 pm
- Friday 10 am-4 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4 pm
- Sunday 10 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Wear warm clothing when visiting the castle, as the interior can be cool, especially outside of the summer months.
- The castle is only accessible via guided tours, so plan your visit around the tour schedule.
- Arrive early to secure parking, especially during peak tourist season.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Befreiungshalle (Hall of Liberation) in Kelheim with a combination ticket for a reduced price.
Getting There
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Public Transport
To reach Prunn Castle via public transport, take a train to Saal/Donau. From there, take bus VLK-1 to either Nußhausen or Prunn. From either bus stop, it's approximately a 20-minute walk to the castle. A single bus fare will cost approximately €3-5.
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Driving
If driving, follow the A9 motorway and exit at Denkendorf, then proceed via Pondorf and Riedenburg to Prunn. Alternatively, from the A3 motorway, exit at Parsberg and go via Hemau and Riedenburg. From the A93, exit at Abensberg and travel via Kelheim to Prunn. Once in Prunn, follow the signs for 'Schloß Prunn' for approximately 3 km. Free parking is available near the castle. Note that the parking lot is a short walk from the castle, with a staircase.
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