Maus (Mouse) Castle
Source: Wikipedia
Mouse Castle on request
family celebrations at Mouse Castle
are possible
eagles and falcons show at Mouse Castle
20 March - 1 October
daily
11.00 and 14.30
on Sundays and official holidays
also at 16.30
Phone: (06771) 7669
Maus Castle, which is actually called Thurnberg, was occasionally the favourite residence of the electors of Trier. Archbishop Balduin built the castle between 1353-1388 for the protection of his newly acquired territory. It was one of the most modern and technically most interesting constructions of its time. About 1370 the counts of Katzenelnbogen built the mighty stronghold "Neu-Katzenelnbogen" on the adjoining mountain.
Among the people the impression arose that the castles spied on themselves like cat and mouse. So both bastions got their nicknames, under which they are known until today. Mouse Castle opens its gates for visitors. Inside you can admire precious furniture and interesting collections.
A special attraction is the eagles and falcons park of the castle. Here you can learn about birds of prey and admire their breath-taking flight manoeuvres over the wonderful valley of the Loreley.
Source: Mittelrheinforum
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