Burg Gutenberg

Worth the Efforts

The castle had an unimpeded and breathtaking view of Liechtenstein. There is a small cafe at the foot of the climb, it serves coffee, beer and gelatos. Along the path is a tiny patch vineyard, carve...

Two birds with one stone

Rather steep climb to the top of the hill where this castle is situated. We were lucky enough to be given a short tour of the castle by chance as it is apparently closed from September to May. Not s...

Nice views from atop, but closed?

Even on a rainy day in November, the views from the top of the little hill on which Burg Gutenberg stands are lovely. Shame, though, that the castle is closed--or at least was when we were there (on a...

More interesting than I expected!

Perched atop a hill in Balzers, the castle is a local landmark. Over the centuries it fell into ruin but was rebuilt by a local entrepreneur in the early years of the 20th century. I hired an (extre...

Nice Restoration - Poor Stop

While the castle has been nicely restored over the centuries and can be photographed from below and, if you climb the drive, from the outside of the castle. It is like licking a jar of honey. Unless...