1. The Czech Republic is said to have more castles per square mile than any other country but by some estimates there are more than 20,000 Castles in Germany. The other name that I have for it is Burg Hohenschramberg. This site is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. Built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria it was part of a series of Castles and was built as a place to get away from the tedious task of being King. Entrance fee including entrance to castle events, visit to show rooms, parking, shuttle bus: 22 . Originally a medieval fortress built to safeguard the Emperors on hunting expeditions the Wernigerode Castle dates from the 12th century. begin += cname.length; There is a beautiful tomb you can visit where, according to a legend, Lord George the dragon slayer is buried. Today large ruins remain. Inside you will find rooms like a throne room and kings suite, all designed based on the German legends of Lohengrin. After being excommunicated by the Pope, Luther sought refuge in the Castle and lived under protective custody.
