Numerous castles are found in theGerman state ofThuringia. These buildings, some of which have a history of over 1000 years, were the setting of historical events, domains of famous personalities and are still imposing buildings to this day.
This list encompasses castles described in German asBurg (castle),Festung (fort/fortress),Schloss (manor house) andPalais/Palast (palace). Many German castles after theMiddle Ages were mainly built as royal or ducal palaces rather than as a fortified building.










