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Next to being a professional photographer, I also might be a bit of a castlephile. If that is even a thing. Over the years, I developed a soft spot for old castles in stunning places. It always makes me a bit sad when I find out that a great-looking castle is surrounded by ugly houses or modern commercial buildings.
No matter how impressive the castle itself may be, it immediately spoils the authentic castle vibe. However, there are still some examples where over the past centuries, little has changed and it almost feels like you are a time-traveler. These are the ones that made it onto my 'Timeless castles' list. There are many more left to collect, but here are my favorites:
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#1
Classic View On Neuschwanstein Castle In Bavaria
Final score:
91points
Eric C. 3 years ago
I've taken the castle tour twice. It's interesting to learn about the history behind it. Sadly because of King Ludwig's death, the castle was never finished. Only about 25% of the castle was ever used/finished. Oh, and wear comfortable shoes if you want to go. It's a fairly steep climb. Otherwise be prepared to shell out some cash for the carriage ride up the mountain.
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#3
It Took A 300-Km Detour And A Terrible Few Hours' Sleep In The Car But It Was Definitely Worth It When The Sun Kissed The Towers Of The Fairytale-Like Pierrefonds Castle
Final score:
67points
Abby Parker 3 years ago
Thought I recognised the castle! They filmed Merlin there :D it’s amazing! Great photo :)
#4
Hohenzollern Castle On An Autumn Morning. How Can This Even Be Real?
Final score:
65points
Russell Ellwardt 3 years ago
Once more, most of this is 19th century neo-historism, although this one at least has some original medieval parts underneath. Wish people would see the difference...
#5
Chateau De Miolans In Savoie (France) In Fact, It Used To Be A Prison, Believe It Or Not
Final score:
62points
#6
Chateau De Methon-Saint Bernard. The Disney Force Is Strong In This One
Final score:
61points
#7
It Took An Epic 4-Hour Drive Before Arriving At A Foggy Castle Wernigerode, Just Before Sunrise
Final score:
56points
#8
Burg Hohenwerfen. Some May Recognize This Beauty From The Classic Movie 'Where Eagles Dare'
Final score:
55points
#10
Foggy Raesfeld Castle. What A Mood!
Final score:
54points
#11
Tarasp Castle In Graubünden. Including A Cotton Candy Sky
Final score:
53points
#12
Neuschwanstein Castle From A Lesser Known Angle. It Required A Cable Car Ride
Final score:
53points
#13
Heddal
Final score:
53points
Ragnhild Nilsen 3 years ago
This is a church, not a castle. Built in the 13th century, entirely of wood, and placed just utside Notodden in South Eastern Norway
#14
Chateau De Suscinio In Brittany Has A Stunning View On The Atlantic Ocean
Final score:
51points
#15
Cawdor Castle In The Scottish Highlands. That Maze Is Looking Scary
Final score:
47points
#16
Schloss Heidelberg Overlooking The Historical City Centre (Where I Went For A Coffee Minutes After Taking This Photo)
Final score:
45points
#17
Tarasp, Switzerland
Final score:
44points
#18
Schloss Darfeld (Germany). Loving Those Autumn Colours!
Final score:
43points
#19
There Are Many Castles To Visit In The Loire Valley (France) I Chose Chateau De Sully
Final score:
43points
#20
The Impressive Moszna Zamek In Poland. Scaffolding? Yes. Empty Pond? Sadly, Yes. Still Beautiful? Totally
Final score:
43points
#21
Werrnigerode Castle On A Delightful Fall Evening
Final score:
39points
#22
Malcesine Looking Like Jack Sparrow's Hometown. Or His Italian Cousin, Giacomo Sparrone
Final score:
39points
#23
France
Final score:
37points
#24
Pastel Sunrise At Geneva Lake. Chateau De Chilon, Arguably Switzerland's Most Famous Castle
Final score:
34points
#26
Castello D'arco Is A Castle Ruin Located Near The Garda Lake (Italy)
Final score:
32points
#27
Twickel Castle From Above. I Spent Many Childhood Hours Around This Beauty
Final score:
30points
#28
Burg Altena In Its Winter Disguise
Final score:
30points
#29
Grafschaft Bentheim
Final score:
28points
#30
Château De Trévarez
Final score:
28points
#32
The Wartburg In Germany With A Nice Spotlight On It
Final score:
26points
Mary Rose Kent 3 years ago
Are the two different styles two different eras of the castle’s construction?
#33
Classic View On The Wartburg, One Of Germany's Most Important Castles
Final score:
26points
James Doe 3 years ago
It's important, because the monk Martin Luther did the unthinkable here and translated the Bible (new testament) into the language of the common folk, ending the exclusive reign of the catholic clerics over the interpretation of the Bible. As the Bible surprisingly deviated quite far from what the church has been selling until then it lead to the foundation of the protestant church (Lutheran church). It also played a key element in the 1848 revolution https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wartburg
#34
Bayern, Germany
Final score:
23points
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SentimentAndBadJokes 3 years ago
Those are gorgeous photos and castles! Keep up the good work :)
Tim Pillinger 3 years ago
I'd add Harlech, Carnarvon, Beaumaris in Wales, Tintagel in Cornwall and Alnwick, Richmond and Corfe in England.
Tee Witt 3 years ago
I think we are so spoilt in Britain as there are so many that are really old.
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Vicky Z 3 years ago
I absolutely love castles! As it seems i need to visit Germany and France that have many!
Ang.stl 3 years ago
Check out Ludwig II of Bavaria and his reign of crazy. He practically bankrupted Bavaria, but he built some absolutely gorgeous castles, fortresses and, my favorite, a hunting lodge. I mean he was bat crap crazy, but he had style.
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Ana.V. 3 years ago
These are all wonderful photos of amazing castles, thank you for sharing your beautiful work!
Pittsburgh rare 3 years ago
I'd add Alcázar de Segovia in Spain and St. Briavels in the UK. I could be looking at pretty photos like these all day long
Sara Diogo 3 years ago
I suggest Palácio da Pena (in the picture) and Castelo dos Mouros, Sintra, Portugal. Also in Portugal Castelo de Leiria and Castelo de Guimarães. pena-613f8...6e65f4.jpg 
Russell Ellwardt 3 years ago
Wish people knew the difference between a) castles and churches, and b) real castles and 19th century fakes.
Ang.stl 3 years ago
Vincent, beautiful photos!! I would have liked some Ludwig castles, with the beautiful outdoor fountains. If the US had scenery like that, I’d do Volksmarches here!!
Vincent Croce (Post author) 3 years ago
haha march ahead I'd say :) Thanks
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Richard Henderson 1 year ago
What’s the point of shortening this list, by only a single picture?
Mariele Scherzinger 1 year ago
I was waiting for Schloss Moritzburg or Schloss Drachenburg, which are well-known as film sets.
JJ Buddhabrot 3 years ago
Yah. Nice for the people who owned this, back in the day. Def not for all the poor folk around it. I'd be ashamed to be a billionaire and not help end problems around me.
SentimentAndBadJokes 3 years ago
Those are gorgeous photos and castles! Keep up the good work :)
Tim Pillinger 3 years ago
I'd add Harlech, Carnarvon, Beaumaris in Wales, Tintagel in Cornwall and Alnwick, Richmond and Corfe in England.
Tee Witt 3 years ago
I think we are so spoilt in Britain as there are so many that are really old.
Load More Replies... Vicky Z 3 years ago
I absolutely love castles! As it seems i need to visit Germany and France that have many!
Ang.stl 3 years ago
Check out Ludwig II of Bavaria and his reign of crazy. He practically bankrupted Bavaria, but he built some absolutely gorgeous castles, fortresses and, my favorite, a hunting lodge. I mean he was bat crap crazy, but he had style.
Load More Replies... Ana.V. 3 years ago
These are all wonderful photos of amazing castles, thank you for sharing your beautiful work!
Pittsburgh rare 3 years ago
I'd add Alcázar de Segovia in Spain and St. Briavels in the UK. I could be looking at pretty photos like these all day long
Sara Diogo 3 years ago
I suggest Palácio da Pena (in the picture) and Castelo dos Mouros, Sintra, Portugal. Also in Portugal Castelo de Leiria and Castelo de Guimarães. pena-613f8...6e65f4.jpg
Russell Ellwardt 3 years ago
Wish people knew the difference between a) castles and churches, and b) real castles and 19th century fakes.
Ang.stl 3 years ago
Vincent, beautiful photos!! I would have liked some Ludwig castles, with the beautiful outdoor fountains. If the US had scenery like that, I’d do Volksmarches here!!
Vincent Croce (Post author) 3 years ago
haha march ahead I'd say :) Thanks
Load More Replies... Richard Henderson 1 year ago
What’s the point of shortening this list, by only a single picture?
Mariele Scherzinger 1 year ago
I was waiting for Schloss Moritzburg or Schloss Drachenburg, which are well-known as film sets.
JJ Buddhabrot 3 years ago
Yah. Nice for the people who owned this, back in the day. Def not for all the poor folk around it. I'd be ashamed to be a billionaire and not help end problems around me.
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