Rabenstein Castle & Oberrabenstein Reservoir
Burg Rabenstein
One of Saxony's smallest castles, tucked into the forest west of the city and combinable with forest trails around the reservoir.
This small rock castle was built in the 12th century, and only the upper castle survives. It houses a small exhibition, and you can climb the tower to view the surrounding woodland. Nearby, the Oberrabenstein Reservoir is where city residents swim and boat in summer. The forest also contains the Wildgatter wildlife park, where you can see deer and wild boar, making it suitable for a half-day outing. Castle admission is about 4 euros, and opening hours are short in winter. It is about 20 minutes by car from the city center.
Opening hours
Apr–Oct, Tue–Sun 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Saxon Industrial Museum Chemnitz
- Villa Esche
- Museum für sächsische Fahrzeuge
- Kaßberg & Kaßberg Prison Memorial
- Klaffenbach Water Castle
- Museum Gunzenhauser
- Schloßbergmuseum & Schloßkirche
- Markt, Old & New Town Hall