Castle Gate

Schärding, Oberösterreich, Österreich

All weather
Suitable for groups
Suitable for pushchairs
Suitable for kids (all ages)

Former home of the ducal castle guardian, now a local history centre and town museum. Until 1809, only accessible via a bridge over the outer moat. The older part at the rear, made of tuff, formed the outer castle tower and once had four storeys. It dates back to the fortifications that Duke Ludwig the Bearded had built between 1428 and 1436.

Once home to the guards of the ducal palace, this castle gate now houses Schärding's local museum. Until 1809, it was accessible only via a bridge across the outer moat. The older part of the building at the rear was originally four storeys high. Made of tuff, it was once the outermost tower of the fortress built for Duke Ludwig the Bearded between 1428 and 1436.

Opening hours

The castle gate can be visited daily.

Can only be viewed from outside

Arrival

Accessibility / arrival

Located at the Schärding Town Museum.

Parking fees

Chargeable short-term parking zone € 2.20 for 2 hours.

Prices

General price information

No entrance fee

Payment methods

Other payment methods

Cash payment

Suitability

All weather
Suitable for groups
Suitable for schools
Suitable for kids (6 - 10 Year)
Suitable for kids (all ages)
Suitable for pushchairs
Suitable for single travelers
Suitable for friends
Suitable for couples
Suitable for children

Season

Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Accessibility

Suitable for wheelchairs: Not all of the legally stipulated ÖNORM are complied with. In principle, this object is suitable for wheelchairs and no assistance is necessary.