A fairytale castle brought to life, Burg Eltz dates back to the 12th century and has remained in the Eltz family for an impressive 33 generations. Dazzling and romantic in equal measure, this postcard-pretty castle sits above the Elzbach River and is a true icon in Germany. In fact, the beguiling building even featured on the 500 Deutsche Mark note between 1965 and 1992.

After visiting the castle, visitors can explore the surrounding Eltz Forest and soak up the architecture of one of Germany's most remarkable buildings.

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