Locks contain expensive. For their restoration, millions go. Therefore, smart businessmen began to make hotels out of them. Most of the castles of France and Germany and Portugal are now not just a historical value, but a full night's lodging. Outwardly they look like in the Middle Ages, but inside there is everything that is in other hotels: minibar, bath, telephone, internet, TV, fax, air conditioning and other amenities.
Castles of Austria and Germany
In Germany, castles are not monuments of architecture and architecture, but exclusively functional defenses with thick walls, donjon and small chambers for celebrity rest. Here the chambers are turned into guest rooms. In general, the castles - hotels in Germany - is Walter Scott.
Castle Valdek 18th century (95 - 290 dollars per night)
If you visit this castle, the guides will begin to tell you that it was built in the 12th century. And there is. But the whole point is that because of the excessive architectural activity of the owners in the 13th and 17th centuries from that time in the castle, almost nothing remained.
This beautiful castle is located on Lake Edersee, in the north of Hesse - in the heart of Germany. To revive the atmosphere of that time, the wavguste stuntmen mimic knightly battles, while adhering to all the rules of historical reconstruction. Cooks prepare dishes of the Middle Ages, appoiants wear pseudo-historical costumes. Guests of the castle can create an impression, as if they are present at the filming of the historical film.
In addition to knightly tournaments, tourists can also engage in other entertainment. For example, take a walk in the scenic area, go fishing, fish, play golf and even practice sailing. Nearby, in Bad Wildungen in Arolsen there is a historical museum, where you can see weapons, uniforms. If you are not interested, then you can go to the spa park, the imperial city of Fritzlar, the prince's castle-rezidence, to the church with the carved altar and the family princely crypt of the 18th century or to the picture gallery that is located in the castle of Wilhelmshamz.
Schönburg Castle of the 18th century (259 dollars per night)
For a thousand years, this structure rises above the Rhine between Cologne, Frankfurt and Dusseldorf. The hotel-room offers for its visitors twenty rooms. But to choose the best ones that have a view of the Rhine. If you want a more picturesque view, then choose the Suite "Falcon's Nest". Snow has a view of all four sides. The castle is intended for the successful start of family life - from the knight's dining hall, to the chapel for weddings.
Castle Weilburg 10-18 century ($ 150 per night)
The castle is in the center of the city of Valburg. It is located on a high rock and built on the model of Versailles. For ten centuries, the building was the residence for the Nassau Counts, and today it is recognized as one of the most beautiful architectural complexes.
In the 18th century, in the northern part of Weilburg, a farm yard was built, which today serves as a hotel for visitors. The hotel has everything you need for a modern holidaymaker: an indoor swimming pool, a fitness room, a massage room, a wine bar, a bowling alley and much more. Therefore, staying a few days in this place, you can fully relax and enjoy the medieval atmosphere.
Dornreshenshloss of the 14th century ($ 187 per night)
All of us in childhood heard a fairy tale about a beautiful sleeping beauty. While the prince did not save her from the witch's curse, she slept a hundred in this castle. The castle is located in the forest Reinhardsvord. This place was not described in the tales of the Brothers Grimm. Therefore, if you loved their fairy tales, you can personally get acquainted with these fabulous places.
Eagles 20th Century ($ 231 per night)
This is not a very old structure, which is more like a country residence than a castle. It was built in the early 20th century for a famous doctor as a summer cottage. During the Second World War, the headquarters of the aviation headquarters was there, a little later the house was occupied by American and French troops. The hotel is small but very comfortable. Here you can be sure that no one will bother you, and the rest will pass quietly.
France
In France, most of the noble residence of the medieval castles, which are turned into hotels, are united in a single reservation network. Thanks to this, you can easily find a suitable route for a trip and a place to stay overnight. There are some places that are particularly worth paying attention to. But keep in mind, France is a country of romance. Therefore, from the history, only romance was tasted to a greater extent, everything else turned into comfort of our time.
Carcassonne ($ 465 per night)
It is considered one of the most romantic hotels with the appropriate setting and a Michelin-style restaurant. Although in Carcassonne it does not matter where you stop. Because there is almost everywhere an untouchable medieval city. It is fully included in the UNESCO list. Numbers in the castle are diverse - otasketic, executed in monastic style, to luxurious, executed in the style of Empire. The most interesting rooms are the suites.
England
England is known for its country estates and residences. Already in the early 20th century, they gradually began to decline. Therefore, the British decided to use them for tourism. They became the first to benefit from the interest of travelers to history. On the territory of the United Kingdom there are the most aristocratic residences in which you live until dusk, and where you can get with an excursion for a certain amount of money.
Swinton Park of the 17th century (260 dollars per night)
A classic nobleman's estate with gray walls, picturesquely spit, with French windows on the ground floor, with stables, a perfectly green lawn at any time of the year and a tower. The residence was built in 1600years for the Yorkshire Earls of Sweitons. Today it is presented as a "classic country estate", the territory of which is two hundred. There are gardens and lakes. Before turning into a hotel for 30 numbers, Swinton Park belonged to the Canliffe-Lister family. By today's mercenary, you can give five stars. There is everything that will make your stay unforgettable: a chapel, culinary courses, falconry, stables, a spa, a golf course and other entertainments.
Ireland. Castle Ashford 18 century (488 dollars per night)
Ireland is little associated with castles, but it was in this country that the English built many defensive fortresses. The most famous and the most visited is the castle of Ashford. It was built in 1228 for the Guinness family. The hotel was opened in 1939 and since then this place is considered one of the most luxurious castle hotels.
Ashford is built on the shore of a large lake and is surrounded by huge forests. Therefore, you can enjoy fishing, hunting, horse riding, picnics in the Irish fields. Fresh air and picturesque nature will go to you only for good. In addition, in the low season, prices for accommodation decrease here again. Do not miss such a chance.