Great Castles of Europe

Ashley Letts

Virtual Tour

• Great Castles in Europe• Each photo from Google Earth- 3D• Short description of where• Some history for each castle• Fun facts included!

Alnwick CastleLocated in the county of Northumberland in the United Kingdom, sits Alnwick Castle. It opened in 1096 with a gothic architectural style designed by a man named Robert Adam.

FUN FACT!: Scenes from the movie Harry Potter at “Hogwarts Castle”, were filmed here.

Conwy Castle

Conwy Castle is located on the north coast of Wales, UK. Designed by James of SaintGeorge, is a medieval fortress for Edward I during his conquest of Wales from 1283- 1289. Today, Conwy Castle is used as a museum which entertains tourists from around the world.

Edinburgh Castle

This historic fortress, Edinburgh Castle in Scotland, UK, has been the top attraction for the last 3 years running. Since it is at such a high elevation, it is viewable from almost all of Edinburgh.

FUN FACT!: Edinburgh Castle is sitting on top of an extinct volcano.

Neuschwanstein Castle

Today it is viewed as a museum, but in its prime, Neuschwanstein Castle in Schwangau, Germany was a thriving nineteenth-century palace. It is one of the most visited castles in Germany, and the most popular tourist destination in Europe!

FUN FACT!: Known around the world as a symbol of “new” romantic architecture.

Warwick CastleDesigned by William the Conqueror in 1068, Warwick Castle is known for its Medieval style of architecture. Today it is being used as a museum in Warwickshire, United Kingdom. It has been home to everything involving wealthy princesses, to dramatic battles.