Hohenzollern Castle: A Majestic Mountaintop Fortress
Discover the majestic Hohenzollern Castle, a mountaintop fortress with royal history, stunning architecture, and panoramic views of the Swabian Jura.
Perched atop Mount Hohenzollern, this iconic castle is the ancestral seat of the House of Hohenzollern, the former Prussian Royal Family. Rebuilt in the 19th century in the Gothic Revival style, it boasts stunning architecture, panoramic views, and a rich collection of artifacts.
A brief summary to Hohenzollern Castle
- Burg Hohenzollern, 72379, DE
- +4974712428
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
- Sunday 10 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Purchase tickets online in advance to save money and guarantee entry, especially during peak season.
- Wear comfortable shoes as there is a steep, 20-minute walk from the parking lot to the castle entrance, or take the shuttle bus.
- Check the castle's event calendar for special events, such as open-air cinema, festivals, and the Royal Winter Magic Christmas market.
- Be aware that the museum rooms are not heated, so dress warmly, especially during the colder months.
- Allow at least 2-3 hours to fully explore the castle grounds, museum, and enjoy the panoramic views.
Getting There
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Car
From the A81 highway (Stuttgart-Singen), take the Empfingen exit. Follow B463 towards Balingen, then B27 towards Hechingen. In Hechingen, follow signs for 'Burg Hohenzollern'. The road leads directly to the castle parking lot. Parking is included in the castle ticket. During peak season, parking space reservations may be required online. From the parking lot, you can either walk uphill for about 20 minutes or take the shuttle bus to the castle entrance. The shuttle bus is included in the price of the entry ticket.
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Public Transport
Take a train to Hechingen station. From the station, connect to bus line 306 or 344 towards the castle. These buses will drop you off at the Burg Hohenzollern car park. Bus connections from Hechingen station to the castle are managed by HVB Wiest & Schürmann. A MetropolTicket Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg-Ticket, or Quer-durchs-Land-Ticket can cover the train and bus transfer. From the parking lot, you can either walk uphill for about 20 minutes or take the shuttle bus to the castle entrance. The shuttle bus is included in the price of the entry ticket. Bus tickets cannot be purchased on the bus.
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