The castle of the eagles above the Neckar

One of the oldest and most beautiful castles in Germany

Guttenberg Castle

Guttenberg Castle is one of the oldest and most beautiful castles in Germany. Here you can admire flight demonstrations of wild birds of prey, learn about life on the knight’s castle in the museum and enjoy hearty knight’s meals in the tavern. Paradise for the loving couples and the best place for a dream destination wedding.

Due to the rampant bird flu, no injured birds of prey or owls may be accepted at present. We ask for your understanding.

Open hours

  • Raptor Center
  • Until the end of the winter break on March 7, 2025, winter flight training sessions will take place every Saturday (except 4.1.25) and Sunday at 12 noon, for which you are welcome to purchase tickets online. The facility will reopen after the winter break on March 8, 2025 from 12 noon, with daily flight demonstrations at 3 pm.
  • Museum and Tavern
  • The castle museum is open daily from 10 am to 6 pm until November 3, 24. Reopening after the winter break on April 5, 25.

    Guided tours for groups are possible at any time by arrangement.

Prices

Address

Burg Guttenberg
Burgstraße 1
74855 Haßmersheim / Neckarmühlbach

GPS coordinates:
49° 16′ 50″ N, 9° 8′ 4″ O

Arrival by Car or Bus

Guttenberg Castle is easily accessible via the A6 (exit Bad Rappenau) or the B27 (Gundelsheim). Please follow the brown signs with the inscription “Burg Guttenberg”. For buses, there is a separate, signposted arrival to the forest parking (about 10 minutes walk to the castle).

History

Guttenberg Castle is considered one of the last undamaged Staufer castles in Germany. It was founded around 1180, is today over 800 years old and has a correspondingly eventful history. It has always been inhabited and has been completely preserved to this day. It has been owned by the Barons of Gemmingen for over 560 years.

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