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Did you know that Europe has so many castles that Germany alone has more than 25,000? Even though the oldest castle in the world is located in Aleppo, Syria, a number of castles and palaces in Europe date all the way back to the 10th century! Hence, tourists look forward to Europe tour packages for a vacation which has a variety, Here are some of Europe’s oldest castles that you can visit during your next trip.

 

1. Warwick Castle, England

 

Warwick Castle is a medieval castle originally built by William the Conqueror in 1068. Warwick Castle is situated in the town of Warwick, on a sandstone bluff at a bend of the River Avon. Explore all the castle’s towers including Caesar’s Tower, the tallest in the castle, and visit The Gaol, the castle’s original dungeon, to see graffiti left by prisoners hundreds of years ago. Spend a day (or two) at this magnificent castle during your Europe trip.

2. Reichsburg Cochem, Germany

 

The original Cochem Castle, perched prominently on a hill 300 feet above the Moselle River, dates its origins to the 11th century. The castle was first mentioned in a document in 1051 when Richeza, Ezzo’s oldest daughter and former Queen of Poland, gave the castle to her nephew palatine count Henry I. The castle, however, was destroyed by the French troupes in 1689 and remained in ruins until 1868 when a Berlin businessman bought the castle grounds and reconstructed the castle. Make sure to include a trip to Europe’s oldest castle when you travel to Germany in the future.

 

 

3. Alcázar of Segovia, Spain

 Originally built as a fortress in the 12th century, Alcázar of Segovia is a medieval alcazar that is listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site. This castle has been used as a royal palace, a state prison, an artillery college, a military academy, and now, a museum. In case Alcázar de Segovia looks familiar to you, it’s because Disney used the castle inspiration to design Cinderella Castle, the symbolic fairytale castle of Walt Disney World and Tokyo Disneyland! Make your fairytale dream come true during your trip to Europe.

 

 

4. Windsor Castle, England

 

This royal residence is especially notable for being the place where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot. Windsor Castle, which is located in the English county of Berkshire, has a long association with the English and later British royal family. The original castle was built in the 11th century by William the Conqueror after the Norman invasion of England. Make a trip to this lavish castle the next time you travel to Europe.