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Right next to the deepest point of the Austrian part of the river Danube, reaching as far down as 20 metres, Greinburg Castle impressively sits atop a hill in the Strudengau region. The Castle was built in the late Middle Ages in order to protect the “Machland” region surrounding it and still bears a distinct aura of strength and military power. In the 16th and 17th centuries, Grafenburg received a significant makeover, making it more homely, which is also when it received its current name. In 1822, the castle was acquired by the Duke and Duchess of Saxony-Coburg-Gotha.
Visitors will find the above stairs areas very impressive, also the Coburg party halls are accessible through guided tours. Another highlight is the ‘Sala Terrena’ – a room with a mosaic of Danube pebbles covering the entire surface of the walls and vaulted ceiling.
