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Hochosterwitz Castle

Austria / Karnten / Sankt Veit / Hochosterwitz
 castle, Medieval / Middle Ages, interesting place

Hochosterwitz Castle (also known as Burg Hochosterwitz) is considered to be one of Austria's most impressive medieval castles. It is situated on a 160 metres (520 ft) Dolomite rock near Sankt Georgen am Längsee, east of the town of Sankt Veit an der Glan in Carinthia. The castle can be seen from about 30 km (19 mi) away on a clear day. The settlement is attested since 860.
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Coordinates:   46°45'21"N   14°27'6"E