A fairytale castle in Germany has survived since the medieval era under the care of one single family. Thanks to a community effort and the family’s dedication, the castle stands unscathed by war and demolition and is now beloved the world over as a piece of history, a stunning photo hotspot, and a testament to beauty through the ages.
Eltz Castle, or “Burg Eltz,” is nestled in the hills above the Moselle River between Koblenz and Trier in Germany and has been owned and cared for by at least 34 generations of the Eltz family since it was built in 1157. Many of its original furnishings remain, as does an armory, a treasury, and a collection of gold and silver artifacts.
