Karlstein Castle, built in 1348, has not only been a royal residence, but also the fortress protecting the crown jewels, holy relics, and royal archives till the 17th ... read more
LobkowIcz Palace, dating back to the 16th century, has been returned into the hands of its original family, together with its stunning art collections. It is not only a ... read more
Bouzov Castle dates from early 13th century and was property of the Order of the Teutonic Knights from 1799 until 1939. Presently it is open to the public, with valuable ... read more
Valtice (Feldsberg) Castle's history goes back to 1193 and came into the possession of the Liechtenstein family around 1390, where it stayed until its confiscation in ... read more
Troja Castle, a splendid Baroque palace was built for the Counts von Sternberg from 1679 to 1691. The palace and its beautiful gardens, owned by the City of Prague, ... read more
Mikulov Castle, presently the seat of the Regional Museum in Mikulov, dates back to the 13th century and, reconstructed in 1719-1730, was a former residence of the princes ... read more
Kronborg Castle dates back to the 1420s and is one of the most important Renaissance castles in Northern Europe. Today a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is open to the ... read more
Fuglsang Castle, with roots back to 1368, is a 19th century manor house, used as a cultural centre, including the Fuglsang Art Museum as well as an agricultural estate ... read more
Clausholm Castle dates back to the 12th century and was turned into one of the finest Baroque castles in Denmark by the von Reventlow family. Thanks to Henrik and Ruth ... read more
Malahide Castle has been the home of the Talbot family from 1185 until 1975 when it was sold to the state. The furnished castle and grounds are open to the public. read more
Kilkenny Castle's history goes back to 1195 and has been in the hands of the Butler family since 1391. In 1967 Arthur Butler, 6th Marquess and 24th Earl of ... read more
Dublin Castle's present building dates mainly from the 18th century and has been the seat of the English, British and Irish governments. It is used for state ... read more
Newbridge House and Farm, dating back to 1747, houses a unique collection of Irish furniture, the Cobbe Collection of Old Master portraits, landscapes and family ... read more
Powerscourt House, an 18th century castle and dating back to the 13th century, is famous for its landscaped gardens, occupying 19 hectares (47 acres). The castle ... read more
Duff House, build early 18th century by William Adams for William Duff, Lord Braco (later 1st Earl Fife), is today displaying the collections of the National Galleries of ... read more
Fyvie Castle, dating back to the 12th century, is since 1984 in the hands of the National Trust for Scotland. It contains opulent Edwardian interiors with antiquities, ... read more
Breamore House, dates from 1583, and was acquired in the 18th century by Sir Edward Hulse, M.D., Baronet. The House is still inhabited by the Hulse family and renowned for ... read more
Chiddingstone Castle has Tudor origins, and was rebuilt in the 1800s to resemble a medieval castle. Set in 35 acres of grounds and gardens, the Castle is filled with ... read more
Lamport Hall, dating back to 1587 has been the home of the Isham family ever since, until 1976, when the estate came under control of the Lamport Hall Preservation ... read more
Norwich Castle was built by William the Conquerer (1066–1087), and is today a museum and art gallery. read more