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Idyllically nestled in the Feistritztal Nature Park, the magnificent Herberstein Garden Palace<\/strong> is one of the most significant excursion destinations in Eastern Styria. Located just a few kilometers from Bad Waltersdorf, a unique place full of history, nature, and adventure awaits visitors. <\/p>\n\n

Owned by the Herberstein family for 22 generations<\/strong>, the castle combines living tradition with impressive architecture and an extraordinary garden landscape. The oldest stone house, “Herwigstein,” was first mentioned in documents as early as 1216<\/strong>\u2014the beginning of a fascinating history that can still be felt today. With the completion of the Florentinerhof in 1667, the castle received its current, prestigious appearance. <\/p>\n\n

An excursion destination for the whole family<\/h3>\n\n

A visit to Herberstein Castle is an experience for all generations:The adjacent Herberstein Zoo<\/a><\/strong> delights with its great biodiversity and a long tradition dating back to the 17th century. Here, native and exotic animals can be observed in a natural environment. <\/p>\n\n

In the Historic Garden<\/strong>, guests can expect a colorful sea of blossoms that invites them to stroll, linger, and enjoy. During a guided tour of the castle, visitors learn exciting details about the history of this Styrian cultural jewel. <\/p>\n\n

For families with children, “Herbie\u2019s World of Play<\/a>“<\/strong>, a modern indoor play area, offers additional entertainment and adventure\u2014ideal in any weather.<\/p>\n\n

Celebrate & Experience at Herberstein Castle<\/h3>\n\n

Herberstein Castle is not only an excursion destination but also an exclusive event location with a unique historical flair. Whether it’s a romantic wedding, birthday, company party, or anniversary\u2014the castle provides the perfect setting for unforgettable moments. <\/p>\n\n

The extensive gardens create an impressive natural backdrop for special occasions. For centuries, a unique botanical diversity has unfolded here with hundreds of rose bushes, romantic water cascades, and lovingly designed garden areas\u2014ideal for open-air wedding ceremonies. <\/p>\n\n

Numerous stylish rooms are available for events: magnificent knight’s halls, elegant salons, the private castle garden, the impressive castle courtyard, the Baroque St. George’s Chapel, extensive arcades, as well as exclusive castle rooms and suites.<\/p>\n\n

Herberstein Castle \u2013 an unforgettable excursion destination in Styria<\/h3>\n\n

History, nature, and adventure combine here to create one of the most beautiful excursion destinations near Bad Waltersdorf. Herberstein Castle delights visitors all year round with culture, wildlife, and a unique atmosphere. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":4556,"template":"","class_list":["post-4168","mehr-ausflugsziele","type-mehr-ausflugsziele","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/badwaltersdorf.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/mehr-ausflugsziele\/4168","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/badwaltersdorf.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/mehr-ausflugsziele"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/badwaltersdorf.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/mehr-ausflugsziele"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/badwaltersdorf.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4556"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/badwaltersdorf.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4168"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}