The fairy tale tours are only offered in German!
Join Dena Seidl on a magical walk through the Castle Ruins of Aggstein. She combines exciting stories from the past with her fairy tales and invites children and adults alike into a world where fairy-tale characters come alive.
Date: 22 March 2026
Start: 2:00 pm
Meeting point: Castle ticket office
Duration: approx. 2 hours
Price: Children €8.50 · Adults €9.50
Listen carefully! During this enchanting tour, Dena Seidl shares secret clues and magical hints. At the end, children and parents set off together on an exciting treasure hunt through the old castle ruins.
Date: 12 April 2026
Start: 2:00 pm
Meeting point: Castle ticket office
Duration: approx. 2.5 hours
Price: Children €9.50 · Adults €10.50
A perfect family outing for Mother’s Day! On this gentle and heart-warming tour, fairy tales are mixed with stories about mothers who once lived at Aggstein Castle.
Date: 10 May 2026 – Mother’s Day
Start: 2:00 pm
Meeting point: Castle ticket office
Duration: approx. 2 hours
Price: Children €8.50 · Adults €9.50
Laugh, learn and discover together! This interactive family tour introduces fun medieval sayings and expressions and explains their meaning in a playful way.
Date: 14 June 2026 – Father’s Day
Start: 2:00 pm
Meeting point: Castle ticket office
Duration: approx. 2 hours
Price: Children €8.50 · Adults €9.50
How did knights and castle folk live long ago? Children solve riddles, learn funny old expressions and discover medieval life step by step. With a bit of clever thinking, young knights can even earn a spur!
Date: 12 July 2026
Start: 2:00 pm
Meeting point: Castle ticket office
Duration: approx. 2 hours
Price: Children €8.50 · Adults €9.50
TREASURE HUNT – FAMILY ADVENTURE DAY
Once again, it’s time to listen closely and follow the magical clues. The fairy-tale tour ends with a thrilling treasure hunt through the Castle Ruins of Aggstein – a highlight for the whole family.
Date: 9 August 2026
Start: 2:00 pm
Meeting point: Castle ticket office
Duration: approx. 2.5 hours
Price: Children €9.50 · Adults €10.50
Enjoy a relaxed and entertaining family tour through Aggstein Castle. History, fairy tales and imagination come together in a unique experience for children and adults.
Date: 13 September 2026
Start: 2:00 pm
Meeting point: Castle ticket office
Duration: approx. 2 hours
Price: Children €8.50 · Adults €9.50
SPOOKY FAIRY TALE TOUR – NOT TOO SCARY, BUT VERY EXCITING!
Explore dark corners and hidden places of the castle with storyteller Dena Seidl. Spooky fairy tales and mysterious legends make this tour exciting – but always child-friendly.
Date: 25 October 2026
Start:
• 2:00 pm – for children aged 5–8
• 4:00 pm – for ages 8–99
Duration: approx. 1.5 hours
Meeting point: Castle ticket office
Price: Children €8.50 · Adults €9.50
Important Information for Families
Registration required (please include children’s ages):
+43 (0) 2753 82281
info(at)ruineaggstein.at
Prices do not include castle admission
Recommended for children aged 5 and above
Children must be accompanied by an adult
More about the storyteller: www.maer.at