Sigmaringen Castle — Attraction in Gemeindeverwaltungsverband Sigmaringen

I was disappointed. On photos and when coming up to this castle it looks stunning and impressive.

After paying 12.50€ per adult, you receive an audio guide in a mobile phone. Per Covid guidelines, if comes in a plastic bag and you're asked to not remove that. You have to wear your mask for the entire tour.

You will then have several signs displaying numbers, which you can enter into the phone, press play and put it to your ear - just how phones work.

I was a little disappointed by the content of the audio book. There were no information about paintings on the ceilings, personal details about the family members or information about artists, servants, basically humorous stories. It was like having read a history book, a lot of names, dates in history, an ancestor display which was exhausting to follow. I liked the rooms, but I felt that I have seen like 10% of the castle. There are about 60 numbers available (I think), of which 35 are in the last part of the tour, the basement with the weapons. So if you want to spend half an hour in the last room you can listen to them all. When walking through the ballroom some historical music would have been nice. Or being able to go on one of the big terraces. Or having an opportunity to look out on the city. Such things are not included. I also would have loved to follow on the paths of the servants, after being pointed out to the hidden servant doors and corridors (the latter you won't be able to see, the doors are closed).

Afterwards you are guided through the obligatory souvenir shop.

I know that 12.50€ are not a lot to preserve such a massive castle and those audio books don't come cheap. Plus all the people working there. But still I wasn't satisfied that you don't see a garden and can walk outside, have a lookout or see a lot more of that impressive building. So in my opinion, if you're fine with a long and kind of dry history lesson and an excessive weaponry display coming with information, this might be for you. Otherwise I would not recommend this castle except for seeing it from outside and walking around it (the historical parts of the...

Sigmaringen Castle is a stunning Gothic Revival castle that dominates the skyline of the town of Sigmaringen in Germany. It was the princely castle and seat of government for the Princes of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen for centuries. The castle is beautifully preserved and offers visitors a glimpse into the lives of the Hohenzollern family.

The castle is divided into two parts: the Old Castle and the New Castle. The Old Castle was built in the 12th century and is the oldest part of the complex. It houses a number of historical artifacts, including a collection of armor and weapons, a library, and a chapel. The New Castle was built in the 17th century and is more lavishly decorated. It features a number of state rooms, a ballroom, and a theater.

One of the best things about Sigmaringen Castle is its location. It sits on a cliff overlooking the Danube River, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The castle is also surrounded by a beautiful park, making it a perfect place for a leisurely stroll.

If you're looking for a unique and unforgettable travel experience, I highly recommend visiting Sigmaringen Castle. It's a truly magical place that will transport you...

Sigmaringen Castle is really two different things: the self-guided armory and the castle guided tour.

Armory: If you are into medieval weaponry, this is the collection of your dreams. The English audio guide is very thorough and detailed.

Castle: The castle is very interesting, but the tour, though good, is only offered in German (although they provide an English text to read as you go through, but then you’re reading and you can’t look around). This proved a bit ridiculous and frustrating when, near the end of the tour, our guide asked who spoke English. More than half of the kids did, so she explained this particularly interesting tidbit in perfect English and then switched back to German! If you have a guide who already speaks English, why on earth not offer an...