Burg Landshut — Attraction in Bernkastel-Kues

For context, I came here with my three young kids ages 5,3,1.5 years and mother in law. I wore the baby and the other two walked.

First off - parking and walk to castle. We planned to drive as close to the castle as possible and park close if we could, otherwise would have parked in the paid lot (one euro per hour) by the river and taken the Berg shuttle, though I didn’t know how often it runs or if it was free. We took Google maps directions, and about 4 min away from our “destination” I saw signs to turn for Burg Landshut and decided to follow them. They brought us to a decent sized parking lot with tons of signs pointing towards several paths, and we found the one that pointed to Burg Landshut and followed it, almost immediately seeing the castle down a hill that took our family 5-10 minutes to climb down and up. There were in fact closer spots but not many, though even on this June Friday afternoon there were a few open. A stroller would have not been a problem, at least until getting into the castle.

Once we approached the castle, we took an elevator up to the second story. There was no entrance fee of any sort at this point. From there we walked around to the opposite side where there was a main entrance into the castle from a “terrace” so to speak with great views of the river. We entered the courtyard via a short stair case (stroller would have been a problem, but I can’t say there wasn’t a more accessible ramp that I just didn’t notice) and saw the restaurant, bathrooms (which were amazingly clean and accessible) and tower. We had reservations and the food, service, view, prices and facility were AMAZING. I highly recommend eating here. The rest of the castle was beautiful but not as robust as some others we’ve seen, and the restaurant is definitely the prime purpose of a visit here, though the tower was enjoyable, if slightly difficult to get up (one part of the staircase was very narrow and steep for about 15-20 steps) and with pretty high walls that were hard to see over for my 5’0” self and my kids. The tower was an additional one euro for passage through per person (though kids can walk under the gate…)

The waterfall down the road was completely worth parking near it on the way home and walking down - beautiful and peaceful.

The Ferris wheel in town was also a fantastic part of the day - I think it was about 15 euros for all of us and we were on it for about 5-10 minutes and it had amazing views and was very safe with high walls/window panes. We would have gone on to Michaelsbrunnen but we’re all getting a little...

We wanted to get married here but 6 months before the wedding, the manager told us he has made a double booking and the castle was no longer available. Highly unprofessional, we didn't feel special at all, especially as the other couple had a signed contract apparently, something we were never offered. There was also a clear lack of communication and I didn't get any confirmation about our menu choices or anything else until the email of the double booking. He also said that we could get married at the castle, which turned out to be a lie, the Registry office had no contract with the castle, when asked the manager simply said he didn't have time to sort this out now. Might be a nice place to visit just like that, but avoid getting married here. The locals also told me horrific stories of other couples trying to get...

15-minute walk from the foot of the mountain leads you to the summit, where resting benches are strategically placed along the path for your convenience. Upon reaching the top, you'll find an ancient castle, and entry requires a ticket. Inside, there's a charming café, offering a perfect spot to take a breather. From this elevated position, a breathtaking panoramic view of the riverside unfolds before you, adding to the overall tranquility of the experience. The picturesque scenery, coupled with the historical ambiance of the castle, creates a delightful atmosphere, making it an ideal locale to relax and savor the moment. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, history buff, or someone seeking a peaceful escape, this mountaintop journey promises not only physical activity but also a serene and...