Exterior view and entrance area | © Burg Oberkapfenberg | Peter Matauschek Exterior view and entrance area | © Burg Oberkapfenberg | Peter Matauschek

Burg Oberkapfenberg

Oberkapfenberg Castle – Guided Tour and Birds of Prey Show

Burg Oberkapfenberg GmbH

Contact persons: Carina Gruber und Alexander Schein
Schlossberg 1 | 8605 Kapfenberg

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Your specialist for bus and group travels

Perched high above the town, Oberkapfenberg Castle offers your group panoramic views over the Mürztal valley. During a guided tour, visitors gain fascinating insights into life in a medieval fortress and its historical significance.

A true highlight is the birds of prey show, where eagles, falcons and owls soar impressively close above your guests’ heads, creating an unforgettable experience. Even in bad weather conditions, the falconry ensures an engaging alternative programme.

Information

  • Motorway exit: S6 Kapfenberg, 5 km

  • Opening hours: Monday – Sunday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, falconry Wednesday – Sunday at 11:00 am and 3:00 pm

  • Opening season: Castle: February to December, falconry: April to October

  • Recommended visiting time: 1 to 2 hours

  • Coach parking spaces: 3

  • Guided tours: Available with prior booking

  • Gastronomy: Yes

 

Access for coaches
Easily accessible for coaches up to 12.5 m in length. For longer vehicles, it is necessary to adjust the vehicle level at the junction approx. 500 m before the castle, or guests can take a short walk up to the site.

 

Prices 2026

Group admission price castle tour: €7.00 per person
Group admission price birds of prey show: €7.50 per person

Travel idea: Combined ticket castle & falconry: €13.00 per person

A detailed description of this travel idea can be found in the following PDF:
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What the weather will be like Kapfenberg (501m)

Today, 11.06.2026

Fairly sunny with scattered clouds. Showers will be possible towards evening.
Morning
slightly cloudy
11°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 10%
sr.Windstärke 10 km/h
Noon
slightly cloudy
16°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 25%
sr.Windstärke 10 km/h
Night
cloudy
14°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 60%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h

Tomorrow, 12.06.2026

Mostly cloudy through the day with a chance of occasional sunny spells.
Morning
slightly cloudy
11°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 5%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Noon
cloudy
16°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 35%
sr.Windstärke 10 km/h
Night
cloudy
15°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 55%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h

Forecast

13.06.2026
cloudy
11°C 24°C
14.06.2026
rainy
12°C 23°C
15.06.2026
cloudy
11°C 20°C

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