Step into history at Hohenzollern Castle. 🏰 Built in the 1800s, this striking stronghold was inspired by the enchanting fairy tales of medieval times. Though relatively young, Hohenzollern draws 350,000 visitors annually to explore its rich past. #EuropeFromAbove is now streaming on Disney . | National Geographic History

The third castle to stand on top of this mountain in Baden-Württemberg, Hohenzollern Castle is the ancestral home of the imperial family of Germany, the House of Hohenzollern. Their monarchy ended with the abdication of Kaiser Wilhelm II at the end of World War I, and many of the dynasty's royal artifacts are displayed here, including the Prussian royal crown and items belonging to Frederick the Great. The castle is still owned and occupied by the Hohenzollerns and is open to tourists year-round