Hidden deep within a forested valley in Germany stands one of the most remarkable castles in Europe. Eltz Castle looks like something straight out of a fairy tale, with tall towers, wooden balconies, ...

Unbroken family legacy: Owned by the Eltz family since the 12th century, the castle’s continuous stewardship is almost unheard of in European history. Survived centuries of conflict: Its secluded ...

I wouldn't necessarily classify myself as a castle-head, or a castlephile, or whatever the technical name is for those infatuated with fortified dwellings. But I can't deny the sway they hold over me.

NOTE FROM RICK: As we've had to postpone our travels because of the pandemic, I believe a weekly dose of travel dreaming can be good medicine. Here's a reminder of the fun that awaits us in Europe at ...

Eltz Castle is situated on a high narrow rock surrounded by even higher hills, above the Moselle river between Koblenz and Trier in the West of Germany. To get to the castle from the nearest parking ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Neuschwanstein Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a 19th-century castle that is said to have inspired Disney. EyesWideOpen, ...

As we’ve had to postpone our travels because of the pandemic, I believe a weekly dose of travel dreaming can be good medicine. Here are a few of my favorite European castle memories—a reminder of the ...