Burgruine Aggstein

Season ticket for only € 30,–

Be well prepared for the new season with the season ticket. The card gives you access to the castle, the tavern and our events such as Market Day, Medieval Festival and Castle Advent!

Your Visit

360° Virtual Tour

Visit the castle ruins with our new 360 degree tour und discover all sides of it. Walk through the castle as if you are right there.

360-Degree Tour

Outdoor Escape Room Game

On 4 games routes, solve puzzles together and free our spirits with logic, tactics and team spirit. Unique and inimitable: the new interactive puzzle adventure for families, tour groups and company outings.

Daily Admission

Children under the age of 6: free
Adults: € 8.50
Family Card:   € 21.50
(2 adults and 1 child)
Groups per person.:   € 7.00
(for 20 persons or more)
Tickets

https://aggstein.v4u.at/

Opening Hours

March 23, 2024 – October 31, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Christmas Market 2024
November 1-3
November 8-10
November 15-17

The Ruin

The Ruin

The history of the castle ruin which is around 150 metres long on the right bank of the Danube extends back to the 12th century. Find out why the “Rosengärtlein” (“Rose Garden”) was so feared and who the “Hounds of Kuenring” were.

The Ruin

Discover the events of Aggstein Castle Ruin

Events

Tours

Experience the castle how you want to! We offer both classic tours as well as fairytale tours with the storyteller Dena Seidl. Do you want to explore the castle on your own? No problem with the individually available audio tours.

Tours for Children

Dine like the ancient knights

Peter Hruska and his team look forward to treating you to some culinary delights. Dishes are cooked in the medieval castle kitchen – preferably with products of regional origin. From local to haute cuisine and medieval dishes – enjoy the excellent skills of our chef and the seasonally changing selection on our menu!

Your Visit

Souvenirs

In our shop, you will find mementos, souvenirs, books and gifts for the whole family! There is also a castle café there with chilled and hot drinks as well as small snacks – especially for hikers who need some light refreshments. Opening times: The shop and castle café are open all day during the opening times of the castle ruin!

Your Visit

Celebrating at the Castle Ruin

Special events require a special setting. If you want to celebrate your birthday, wedding or a company anniversary at a unique location, then you have come to exactly the right place. Situated high above on a rocky crag, with a breathtaking view over the Wachau, you can celebrate in the Knights' Hall at Aggstein castle ruin.

Parties & Events

By car: A1 Western motorway from Vienna:
Exit Melk – right at the roundabout – in the direction of Krems – turn off right before you get to the Danube bridge, in the direction of Schönbühel – B33 until Aggstein

A1 Western motorway from Linz
Exit Melk – left at the roundabout – in the direction of Krems – turn off right before you get to the Danube bridge, in the direction of Schönbühel – B33 until Aggstein
Access: The road up to the castle is accessible for cars and buses.
Parking: There are sufficient parking spaces in front of the castle ruin.
For people with disabilities/handicaps, there are two signposted disabled parking areas available directly in front of the entrance.

Season ticket for only € 30,–

360° Virtual Tour

Outdoor Escape Room Game

The Ruin

Discover the events of Aggstein Castle Ruin

Dine like the knights in the tavern at Aggstein