PRIVATE VISITS · NORTHERN BAVARIA, GERMANY
A Private Castle
in Franconia.
A small group. A personal visit.
Time to discover Wiesentfels.
THE PRIVATE CASTLE EXPERIENCE
Old walls.
A personal welcome.
Above a small village in Franconian Switzerland, Schloss Wiesentfels rises from a limestone rock overlooking the Wiesent valley. This is a privately owned castle, with quiet courtyards, timber galleries and rooms shaped by generations.
Join us for a visit arranged just for your group. Discover selected interiors and the castle chapel, hear the stories behind the building, and take time to look closely and ask questions.
English-language private visits are planned for 2027, on selected dates by prior arrangement. We welcome enquiries now.
2–8 guestsYour own private group
About 90 minutesTime for stories and questions
In EnglishBy prior arrangement
Price on requestConfirmed with your visit
BEYOND THE CASTLE GATE
A place to explore
at your own pace.
Begin with the castle’s setting above the valley, then step into its courtyard and selected historic rooms. The visit brings together architecture, the long connection with the von Giech family, and the work of caring for the castle today.
The precise route and rooms available are confirmed when we arrange your visit.
THE DETAILS THAT STAY WITH YOU
Wood, stone.
And the passage of time.
A timber gallery, a worn threshold, light through old windows. Wiesentfels rewards a closer look. This visit leaves room for your interests, rather than rushing from one room to the next.
Tell us what draws you here: architecture, family history, the chapel, or simply a quieter encounter with Franconia.
VISITING BAYREUTH?
Make room for Franconia.
If your journey brings you to the Bayreuth Festival, ask about a private visit during your stay. Tell us your performance date and travel plans so we can discuss a suitable time.
Visits are arranged independently of the Bayreuth Festival. Festival tickets and transport are not included.
FROM THE CASTLE GARDEN
A little of Wiesentfels
to take home.
Our own honey comes from beehives in the castle garden. Ask us about availability when arranging your visit if you would like to buy a jar to take home.
LET US KNOW YOUR PLANS
Request a private visit.
Tell us when you would like to come and who will be travelling with you. We will reply personally with availability, the proposed visit and a price for your group.
Prefer to write directly?
team@schloss-wiesentfels.de