Castle Oberkapfenberg

Name: Castle Oberkapfenberg
Address: Schlossberg 1, Kapfenberg, Hochsteiermark, 8605, AT
Telephone: +43 3862 27309

Kapfenberg

Oberkapfenberg Castle likes to show its versatility. The castle houses a castle falconry, exhibition rooms and event rooms. Guided tours and knight games are offered for guests.

The annual Knight's Festival is a highlight for all medieval fans. Additional offers are:

Crossing borders: a virtual journey through time with crusaders and alchemists. The history of the castle is told in this exciting multimedia exhibition.
Archaeology: special exhibition "From Stubenberg's Kitchen"
Birds of prey flying show

Your celebration - the perfect room for every occasion!

Wedding - Chamber of Promises - Loreto Chapel - wedding hall

Company & family celebrations, seminars

The Oberkapfenberg Castle, with its diverse program and special rooms that exude a unique flair, is an ideal destination for your trip.
The Oberkapfenberg Castle proudly showcases its versatility. It houses a falconry, exhibition spaces, and event rooms. Castle tours and knight games are offered for guests.

The annual knight festival is a highlight for all medieval fans. Additional offerings include:

Border Crossings: A virtual journey through time with Crusaders and Alchemists. In this exciting multimedia exhibition, the history of the castle is narrated.
Archaeology: Special exhibition "From Stubenberg's Kitchen"
Bird of Prey Flight Show

Your celebration - the perfect space for any occasion!
Wedding - Vows Chamber - Loreto Chapel - Wedding Hall
Corporate & Family Celebrations, Seminars

History

1173    first documentary mention of a castle named "Chaffenberch," at an elevation of 640 m
1268    construction at the current location by the Lords of Stubenberg
1550    expansion into a Renaissance fortress
1740    with the move to the newly built Schloss Wieden, the beginning of the decay into a ruin
1955    reconstruction of the castle by the Stubenberg family
1992    purchase by the town of Kapfenberg

In the multimedia exhibition "Border Crossings" the history of our castle comes alive. What does Oberkapfenberg Castle have to do with the fascinating world of the Crusades? And what lies behind the mystery of the Alchemist of Kapfenberg? These two questions are explored in the exhibition "Border Crossings - a journey through time with Crusaders and Alchemists." The integrated children's museum offers a varied museum visit for young and old alike.

Merlin the wizard would be delighted with the multimedia exhibition “Border Crossings - a journey through time with Crusaders, Alchemists and the discovery of the Philosopher's Stone.” Face to face with the Snowy Owl Flaumi and the Eagle Aron, you will experience the bird of prey performance against a breathtaking panoramic view from the castle terrace.

In knight games, you can prove your skill, and your accuracy in crossbow shooting.

Loreto Chapel

10 minutes away - the ruins reveal the first castle structure from the 12th century. At the highest point of the hill stands the Loreto Chapel, built by the Stubenberg family in the 17th century (elevation 693 m) with the Black Madonna. The remarkable small Donatus Chapel is also visited.

The Falconry - Bird of Prey Flight Show

Experience the birds of prey from the castle's falconry and observe the falconers at work with their hunting partners, the birds of prey.
From early April to late October, from Wednesday to Sunday, at 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM (exceptions see Castle Calendar).