Discover Rosenburg

Rosenburg offers several distinct reasons to visit: castle history, the festivals, the high ropes course and the archery course. When looking for a hotel in Rosenburg, it helps to decide what you want to focus on during your trip: are you most interested in the castle and stage, or in the courses and forest? This will help you weigh the different themes when planning your trip.

Castle history, garden and stage

The original castle of Rosenburg dates back to the 12th century. Rosenburg Castle acquired its Renaissance appearance, which it has retained to this day. This brings together its medieval origins and a later Renaissance design that continues to define it.

The rose garden lies in the castle moat at Rosenburg Castle. The historic site was already used as a pleasure and walking garden during the Renaissance. The bird of prey demonstration at Rosenburg Castle also explores history: it explains the historical development of falconry.

The Rosenburg Summer Night Comedy, the festival held at Rosenburg Castle, attracts more than 10,000 spectators each year; the figure may vary from year to year. One of the festival’s special features is its covered arena stage, a rare example in Austria of theatre in the round. In this format, the performance area is in the centre, with the audience all around it. If you plan to attend a performance, check the event dates in advance.

Courses and forest as further highlights

The courses at Rosenburg High Ropes Course differ in height and design. The red Flying Fox course reaches a height of around 12 metres; a 70-metre-long zip line runs through the forest. The black course reaches a height of around 8 metres and comes close to the treetops. If you are particularly interested in the zip line, you’ll find it on the red course; the black course offers a different focus, with its route close to the treetops. Course layouts may change, so check the latest information before your visit.

The 3D archery course is designated as a circular route and runs through open mixed forest, with some uphill sections. Life-size animal figures serve as targets. An introductory archery lesson is required to use the course independently. It takes about 45 minutes. Allow for this when planning, and check the latest participation information before your visit.

Hängender Stein is a striking rock tower in the shady forest above the Rosenburg reservoir and a local climbing spot. If you are planning a stay around your interests, you can choose between the castle and stage, courses in the forest, and the distinctive rock as a climbing destination.

The walk from the railway station to the castle

From Rosenburg railway station, a footpath leads over a pedestrian bridge and through the forest to Rosenburg Castle; the walk takes about 20 minutes. If the condition of the route is important for your mobility, check in advance whether it is suitable for you. This route information can help you plan a visit to the castle, whether you are focusing more on history, a performance or activities in the forest.

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