Liechtenstein Castle (Maria Enzersdorf)
The ancestral seat of the House of Liechtenstein, perched on the edge of the Vienna Woods near Maria Enzersdorf in Lower Austria. Founded between 1122 and 1136 by Hugo I, who took his name from the castle, it gave its name to the dynasty that would eventually rule the Principality of Liechtenstein.
Ottoman forces devastated the structure twice — in 1529 and again in 1683 — and the family did not reacquire the ruins until December 1807, then restored them in Neo-Romanesque style over the following century. Open to the public since spring 2010 with daily guided tours.
Visitor information
- Location
- Austria
- Country
- Austria
- Tier
- B (Great castles)
- Coordinates
- 48.0927, 16.2704
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Liechtenstein Castle (Maria Enzersdorf)?
- Liechtenstein Castle (Maria Enzersdorf) is in Austria, Austria (approximately 48.0927, 16.2704).
- Can you visit Liechtenstein Castle (Maria Enzersdorf)?
- Yes — Liechtenstein Castle (Maria Enzersdorf) is a recognised tourist attraction in Austria.
- What tier is Liechtenstein Castle (Maria Enzersdorf) on the Castle Atlas?
- Liechtenstein Castle (Maria Enzersdorf) is rated B tier on the Castle Atlas — Great castles.
- What can you see at Liechtenstein Castle (Maria Enzersdorf)?
- The ancestral seat of the House of Liechtenstein, perched on the edge of the Vienna Woods near Maria Enzersdorf in Lower Austria. Founded between 1122 and 1136 by Hugo I, who took his name from the castle, it gave its name to the dynasty that would eventually rule the Principality of Liechtenstein.