Maus Castle
Burg Maus
A 14th-century castle above the village of Wellmich, which plays off against Katz Castle. It is privately owned and occasionally offers guided tours by reservation.
Mouse Castle was built by the Archbishop of Trier to counter the Counts of Katzenelnbogen. Its name comes from the way Katz Castle seems to 'watch' it. It was restored to its original appearance in the early 20th century and its exterior is intact. It is normally closed to the public, though occasional guided tours are offered by reservation. Most visitors see it from a river cruise or the Rhine trail. From St. Goarshausen, it is about 4 km downstream along the right bank to Wellmich.
Opening hours
Usually closed to visitors; exterior viewable all day
Nearby sights
- Rheinfels Castle
- Katz Castle
- Lorelei
- Oberwesel
- Sterrenberg & Liebenstein (Hostile Brothers)
- Schönburg (Oberwesel)
- Gutenfels Castle
- Marksburg