Schloss Burg
Schloss Burg an der Wupper
A castle on a cliff above the Wupper Valley, seat of the Counts of Berg; its rebuilt medieval walls and museum make it a popular day trip from Cologne
Schloss Burg stands in the Wupper Valley in Solingen. From the 12th century it was the seat of the Counts of Berg. It fell into ruin after the Thirty Years' War, then was rebuilt in medieval style between 1890 and 1914. Today it is the largest castle in the Bergisches Land region. Visit the castle museum (the Knights' Hall and exhibits on weaponry and regional history), climb the walls and towers for views over the valley, and on the way down take the cable car (seasonal operation) to the lower town by the river. Don't miss the Bergische Kaffeetafel (Bergish coffee spread) and the local Burger Brezel, a salted pretzel. The castle has been undergoing phased renovations, so some galleries may be closed. Check the official website before you go. From Cologne it's about 40 minutes by car. By public transport, take a train to Solingen Central Station, then transfer to bus 683.
Opening hours
About 10:00–18:00 (earlier closing in winter; check official website)
Nearby sights
- Wuppertal Suspension Railway
- Cologne Zoo
- Cologne Cable Car
- KölnTriangle Panorama
- Hohenzollern Bridge
- Museum Ludwig
- Cologne Old Town & Great St. Martin
- Cologne Cathedral