Burg Eltz is one of Germany’s most enchanting and best-preserved medieval castles, nestled deep within a forested valley above the Moselle River. Built in the 12th century, this fairytale fortress is remarkable for having remained in the hands of the same noble family for over 850 years, surviving wars and political upheavals untouched. Rising dramatically on a rocky outcrop, Burg Eltz is known for its distinctive cluster of timber-framed towers, steep slate roofs, and elegant turrets that seem

Did You Know? 🏰 Eltz Castle (Burg Eltz), a stunning medieval fortress in Germany, has been owned by the same family for over 850 years and 33 generations! Unlike many other castles, it has never been destroyed. Its unique location atop a rock and surrounded by lush forests made it nearly impenetrable. — #EltzCastle #SavingCastles #MedievalHistory #Germany #germancastles #castlelife #castlephotography | Saving Castles

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Eltz Castle (German: Burg Eltz) is a medieval castle nestled in the hills along the Moselle River between Koblenz and Trier, Germany. It has remained in the ownership of a branch of the Eltz noble family, who have lived there since the 12th century. Together with Bürresheim Castle and Lissingen Castle, Eltz Castle is one of the only castles in the Eifel region that has never been destroyed. The castle is situated on a 70-meter-high (230 ft) rocky spur, surrounded on three sides by the Elzbach Ri