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Losenstein castle ruins

Losenstein, Oberösterreich, Österreich
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An old castle ruin surrounded by green nature and flowing water. In the background are gentle hills and meadows.
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A family explores a ruin in beautiful natural scenery. They are standing at an information point and looking at the surroundings.
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A group of children and adults is sitting on a meadow in front of the ruins of an old castle. They are smiling and seem to be enjoying an outdoor activity together.
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Four children are sitting on a bench, looking at a green hilly landscape. The sun is shining and it is a beautiful autumn setting.
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A family is happily playing in front of an old castle ruin. The sky is clear and the surroundings are adorned with colorful autumn leaves.
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Children are roasting sausages over a campfire. In the background, green meadows and a relaxed atmosphere can be seen.
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A picturesque ruin in an idyllic landscape, surrounded by trees and hills. The sky is clear with some clouds, creating a tranquil atmosphere.
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A picturesque path leading to an ancient castle, surrounded by dense vegetation. Some hikers are exploring the area on a serene autumn day.
Burgstraße
4460 Losenstein
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Losenstein Castle is one of the oldest castles in Upper Austria and the ancestral seat of the influential Losenstein dynasty.


The ruins of Losenstein Castle are very well suited for a family outing with children, as the castle grounds are relatively quick and easy to access and invite exploration, playing, and running around. The imagination of the children is sparked by the old walls, seating niches, hidden spots, and stories.

Numerous seating areas as well as the large grassy castle courtyard with many shady old trees also provide a beautiful setting for a family picnic or a small campfire (a fire pit has been specially set up for this).

On the information boards, which are distributed throughout the castle grounds, the information is also prepared in a child-friendly manner and invites reading aloud and self-reading about the former Losenstein knights.

For those who would like to be guided, there is here the audio guide - simply download it to your phone and listen to the stories!


 

Losenstein castle ruins
Burgstraße
4460 Losenstein

Phone +43 7255 6000
E-Mail gemeinde@losenstein.ooe.gv.at
Web www.burglosenstein.at/
http://www.burglosenstein.at/
Contact person

Burgruine Losenstein
Burgstraße
4460 Losenstein

Phone +43 7255 6000
E-Mail gemeinde@losenstein.ooe.gv.at
Web www.burglosenstein.at/

We speak the following languages

German

  • always open (24/7)
  • open to the public

Accessibility / arrival

The ruins of Losenstein Castle are located on a rock in the middle of the village of Losenstein in Upper Austria's Ennstal, about 25 km south of the city of Steyr, and can be easily reached by car, train, or bus. The Ennstal cycling path also runs through the village - making a detour to the castle a worthwhile addition.

There are plenty of parking options at the foot of the castle mountain. From here, it only takes a few minutes to reach the castle at the top.

Address for the GPS: "Burgstraße 27, 4460 Losenstein" (Alpenvereinshaus; there are numerous marked parking spaces in front of and next to it)

Parking
  • Parking space: 10
Travelling by public transport
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  • Toilet facility
Other infrastructure

WC facilities closed during the winter months.

General price information

Free access all year round

  • Suitable for teenagers
  • Suitable for seniors
  • Suitable for friends
  • Suitable for couples
  • Suitable for children
Season
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Autumn
  • Winter

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