The Lauenstein Castle’s impressive history reaches all the way back to the 13th century and the building is still in impeccable condition to this day.
It tells a lot of Saxony’s (and Erzgebirge’s) wealth in former medieval and renaissance times.
As recently as 1979 the main building was reconstructed and turned into the Osterzgebirgsmuseum, where visitors not only learn interesting facts about the castle’s history, but also follow region’s geographic development and admire relevant regional art. But one of the true beauties of the village is the history of Falconry and the daily Falcon show that still happens there today.
The castle falconry holds regular raptor flight shows, so check current show times on its website (www.falknerei-schloss-lauenstein.de). Tickets for 2026 cost 9 euros for adults and 6 euros for children aged 3 to 14.
The flight show is great entertainment for kids, who watch the birds of prey fly close overhead while the falconer talks about them. It’s run on the castle’s property and basically includes a tour of the castle ruins at the same time. Plan it into any trip to the Ore Mountains.
Also one of the castle’s larger rooms is often used for wedding ceremonies and different public events such as concerts and exhibitions. Check their schedule to see what’s happening next!!
Castle opening hours (check the castle website for current times):
- Tuesday – Saturday, Sundays- and Public Holidays 10.00 am– 4.30pm
- Closed Mondays
E-Mail: info@schloss-lauenstein.de
www.schloss-lauenstein.de
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Travel photos shared by Greg for Travel Dudes.
