Rich with adventure and shrouded in mystique, the Middle Ages is considered a formidable time in European history. From tales of dark knights and their fair maidens, to court jesters and the mighty lords that reigned, there are few things that evoke the level of awe of this period like the fortified base of power of it all - the castle. In Germany, there are many castles scattered throughout and open to visitors. Fortunately for residents of the North Rhine Westphalia area, one need not travel far to take in these amazing structures.

Medieval Castles are calling