Hochosterwitz Castle is situated on a mountaintop about 160 meters high in the state of Carinthia in Austria. The castle can be reached by treading all the way to the top or by an elevator. Along the way to the top, there are 14 gates that one will pass through. Each of these gates was constructed at various times in the 16th century. The castle is open from spring to early fall. It is one of the most popular Klagenfurt tourist attractions.
The Hochosterwitz Castle belongs to the medieval period. It is situated on a magnificent green valley. It is a lovely walk up to the top. Exhilarating and scintillating view of the surrounding hills and valleys can be enjoyed from the castle. It’s like a place of dream.
Legend goes that the Hochosterwitz Castle stood strong during the Turkish invasion in 1974. It remained unconquered, as the Turks could not manage to get to the top. The castle is visible from a distance of about 20 miles on a clear day. There is a restaurant, coffee shop, museum, gift shop and a church, at the top where the castle is situated. A visit to Castle Hochosterwitz is an experience to cherish for life.
