In Germany you will find the longest castle in the world

travel reporter In Germany you will find the longest castle in the world Article by Lisa-Marie Leuteritz • 20 hours • 2 minutes reading time It is no secret that there are very, very many castles in Germany. But did you know that the longest castle in the world is here? At over a kilometer long, Burghausen Castle in Bavaria holds this world record. The building stretches exactly 1051 meters high above the town of Burghausen. You can find the town directly on the Austrian border east of Munich. In addition to the listed old town, the castle is of course the highlight of Burghausen. The walls, battlements, towers and chapels seem to never end when you are in the castle. From above you have a great view of the region around Lake Wöhrsee, a view that the former lords of the castle must have enjoyed. The history of the castle began before Christ. Inside you will find several museums and exhibitions, and theaters and concerts are also held from time to time. When there is no castle festival, you can visit the castle around the clock and entry is free. The old walls have seen thousands of years pass by, and isn't it crazy to think that the same stone that you touch as you walk past was touched by someone almost 1000 years ago? The first fortification on the castle hill is believed to have been built by the Celts in the second or first century BC. But things didn't really get going until the eleventh and twelfth centuries, when the castle became the seat of the Counts of Burghausen and the expansion continued. In the 13th century, after the first division of Bavaria, the castle became the second residence of the Lower Bavarian dukes. Entry to the castle is free The most important construction periods took place in the 15th century and the dukes had the castle expanded to the size it still stands today. In the 16th century, however, they lost their residence after the Landshut War of Succession and the castle became the prince's residence and the main weapons site. In the centuries that followed, attacks and wars repeatedly caused destruction, which is why a comprehensive renovation began in 1960. If you want to discover the castle as part of a public tour, you should take the time at the weekend. These take place every Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Group tours are also possible all year round with advance registration. In contrast to admission, the tours are not free: adults pay 5 euros, children up to 18 years 2 euros. Registration with the castle administration is required on 08677 4659. You can also explore three museums at the castle: the House of Photography, the City Museum and the State Castle Museum. And if you still haven't had enough, a walk through the old town of Burghausen, right on the Salzach River, is also worthwhile. The houses here have stylish moat roofs and cozy beer gardens and other restaurants with delicious food and drinks are everywhere. Looking for more inspiration? You can find tips for all the top travel destinations at reisereporter.