Plankenfels

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A grassy field with a rocky cliff and a clear sky.
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A lush garden with a lawn, a white metal chair, a small table with a white top, and a stone wall.
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Welcome to Plankenfels Castle—live like the lords of the castle in the south wing!

Welcome to Plankenfels Castle—live like the lords of the castle in the south wing!

Bayern Fränkische Schweiz
Book a stay at this family-friendly castle in Plankenfels. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sophie’s Cave and Ludwigs' ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
Einmal Schlossherren von und zu Plankenfels...
"Schönes Ambiente, voll ausgestattet, sehr sauber, freundliche und unkomplizierte Buchung, Ansprechpartner vor Ort wenn nötig "rund um die Uhr erreichbar", kinderfreundlich. Bei Schnee ist der Weg im Schlossgarten hinunter ins Tal für Kinder eine tolle Po-Rutscher Bobbahn. Da wir im tiefsten Winter ..."

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2010

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Welcome to Plankenfels Castle—live like the lords of the castle in the south wing!
Hotel Rheingold

Hotel Rheingold

Austraße 2 Bayreuth
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$101 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Oct 24 to Oct 25
$108 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Bayreuth. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Hotel Rheingold
Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg

Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg

Untere Sandstr. 32 Bamberg BY
$147 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$157 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Bamberg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (933 reviews)
"Good: Nice hotel close to city centre, 10 minutes walk. Breakfast was excellent with great varieties. Not so good: Could hear upper floor people walking and doors closing. Bad: maybe the language barrier, the reception lady did not repeat the parking instructions and said to park any spot underground. ..."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2026

Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg
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Limehome Bayreuth Spitalgasse

Limehome Bayreuth Spitalgasse

Spitalgasse 2 Bayreuth BY
Stay at this aparthotel in Bayreuth. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Bayreuth Old Palace and Museum of Natural ...
9/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
"It's a lovely clean and bright studio in the heart of Bayreuth, a 15 minute walk from the train station and less than a minute from the colourful and lively Maximilianstraße. If you're prepared to self-cater (and the local supermarkets are excellent), then it's a bargain. What stops it from my giving ..."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Limehome Bayreuth Spitalgasse
Apart Hotel FirstBoarding Bayreuth

Apart Hotel FirstBoarding Bayreuth

Nürnberger Straße 32 Bayreuth Bayern
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Bayreuth. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (575 reviews)
"Clean .friendly helpful staff"

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2026

Apart Hotel FirstBoarding Bayreuth
Limehome Bamberg Keßlerstraße

Limehome Bamberg Keßlerstraße

Keßlerstraße 19 Bamberg BY
Stay at this aparthotel in Bamberg. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Maximiliansplatz and Green Market are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
"Limehome Bamberg Keßlerstraße is set in a beautifully restored property, and the room itself is very spacious by European standards. The décor is understated but attractive, and the overall atmosphere is pleasant. Unfortunately, the experience feels almost entirely impersonal. There is no one around ..."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2026

Limehome Bamberg Keßlerstraße
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When is the best time to visit Plankenfels?
The best time to visit Plankenfels is from July through September, when the weather is typically pleasant for exploring. For travelers seeking fewer crowds and better value, the quieter months of October through December are a good option, offering a more relaxed experience.
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