Top 11 Castles around Wieselburg

The castle is prominently situated on a rock on the right bank of the Danube, above the municipality of Persenbeug-Gottsdorf, at the transition from the Strudengau to the Nibelungengau.

Persenbeug Castle is beautifully situated on the Danube bridge and lock of the power plant

The beautiful castle park with its impressive old trees is also freely accessible through the campus of the agricultural college

The Wolfpassing municipal office is located in the main building of the castle

Here you have a beautiful view

The Romans built a fort or naval base in Pöchlarn as early as 174. The legendary Harlungoburg was probably built in its ruins in the 8th century. In 832, King Louis the German gave the surrounding area to Bishop Baturich of Regensburg. Margrave Rüdiger resided here around 950. Afterwards, Pöchlarn was the seat of the new Margraviate of Austria under the first Babenberg Leopold I. After the Babenbergs moved their residence to Melk in 984, the diocese of Regensburg took over the existing buildings and set up an official residence for the carers it had appointed. Under Bishop Gebhard IV, the Pflegerhof was moved to the former farm yard on the eastern city wall. A permanent house was built as a new residence, which was protected by a moat and a kennel. This was first referred to as the bishop's court in 1334. The first carers known by name were Chuno von Perkham (1130) and Christian von Harlungen (1156). Financial problems repeatedly forced the diocese to mortgage Pöchlarn. In 1391 it was even sold to the people of Wallse, but it was bought back by the bishops in 1413. In 1576, Bishop David Kölderer had the permanent house expanded into a Renaissance moated castle by his caretaker Oswald von Fränkhing. It remained the property of the diocese of Regensburg until 1801, served as an administrative center and was looked after by employed nurses. Through the Peace of Luneville, the entire property of the diocese came to the Elector and Archbishop of Mainz Karl Theodor. Emperor Franz II had the estate confiscated in 1810 and initially administered by the Imperial Court Chamber. In 1823 it was sold at public auction. Friedrich Ritter von Bors and Borod was awarded the contract. He had an extension in the north of the old castle torn down and the so-called new castle built in its place. In 1900 the building came to the Barons of Tinti, who owned it until 1985. The last private owner of the castle was Maria Amberger. The city of Pöchlarn then took over the castle. In 2002, the “Schloss Pöchlarn Nursing Home Betriebs- und Verwaltungs GesmbH” acquired the building. She had it extensively restored and modernized. Since then, the castle has served as a retirement home and nursing home.

It is very interesting to watch the ships in the lock from the bridge. It takes a while, but the opportunity is good. The lock operation is fascinating to watch. Here you can watch how large cargo ships and river cruise ships pass through the lock and overcome the difference in height of the Danube. The Ybbs-Persenbeug power station is not only the oldest Danube power station in Austria, but also one of the most impressive technical structures along the Danube. Together with the lock system, it is an important landmark for the region and a popular destination for bicycle tours and technology enthusiasts. The power station was built between 1954 and 1959 and was the first Danube power station in Austria. There is a visitor center that offers insights into how the power station works and its history. The power station is located directly on the Danube cycle path, which runs along both banks. The stretch between Ybbs and Persenbeug is particularly attractive, offering a mixture of nature and technology along the Danube.

A very beautiful view and a beautiful view of the castle! It looks imposing and magnificent, so close and above the Danube. Beautiful! Just take a short break and take in the perspective. The first historical mention of the castle dates back to 907. The Bavarian Sieghart, Count of Sempt and Ebersberg, took possession of "Bösenberg" and fortified it. Further information about Persenbeug Castle can be found at: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schloss_Persenbeug