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Burghausen Castle

Burghausen, Germany

History

At over a kilometre, one of the longest castle complexes in the world, strung out on a ridge above the Salzach and the old town. Walking the courtyards is free; park below the castle or in the new town.

Nearest town
Burghausen, Germany
Category
History & culture
GPS
48.1590, 12.8325

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Germany: No motorway tolls for cars. No general motorway speed limit (130 km/h advised) and no tolls for cars.

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Campsites nearby

  • Wohnmobilstellplatz am WaldparkMotorhome stopover
    2 km from Burghausen Castle · 18 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • PeterhofCampsite
    6 km from Burghausen Castle
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Campingplatz MarktlCampsite
    12 km from Burghausen Castle
    TentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping PutscherCampsite
    15 km from Burghausen Castle
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Wohnmobilstellplatz NeuöttingMotorhome stopover
    15 km from Burghausen Castle · 4 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalDogs allowedFree
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  • Strandcamping Waging am SeeCampsite
    25 km from Burghausen Castle
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Germany · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Burghausen Castle?

Burghausen Castle is in Burghausen, Germany, at GPS 48.1590, 12.8325. It is about 42 km from Salzburg.

Can you camp near Burghausen Castle?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Campingplatz Burgblick, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 29 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Burghausen Castle?

Burghausen Castle is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Upper Bavaria: Tegernsee, Chiemsee and the Eagle’s Nest.

What is there to see near Burghausen Castle?

Places worth a stop nearby: Hohensalzburg Fortress (44 km), Herrenchiemsee Palace (46 km), Hellbrunn Palace and trick fountains (47 km) and Eagle’s Nest (Kehlsteinhaus) (63 km).

When is the best time to visit Burghausen Castle?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)