Burg Landskron above Villach is a medieval castle ruin housing the Adlerarena, which runs free-flight falconry demonstrations with eagles, vultures, and owls 2-3 times daily April-October, with views across the Ossiacher See. The Affenberg with Japanese macaques is at the base of the hill. Check adlerarena.com for times. Accessible by car from Villach (5 km). Allow 1.5-2 hours for castle and falconry show.
castle in Villach
Burg Landskron
Burg Landskron above Villach is a medieval castle ruin that has found a second life as the site of two unusual animal attractions. The Adlerarena runs free-flight falconry demonstrations with eagles, vultures, and owls, using the castle's hilltop position and mountain backdrop as the setting.
- Type
- castle
- Destination
- Villach
- Cost
- Paid entry
- Founded
- 11th century
- Era
- Medieval
- Address
- Schlossberg 1, Landskron, 9523 Landskron
- Coordinates
- 46.6425, 13.8965
- Official website
- Visit website