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Basalt Formations Description
The round-topped hill on which the Stolpen Castle stands, with its striking octagonal basalt columns, is protected as a natural monument. The finest columns are to be seen on the west side of the castle; within the castle itself the columns have the appearance of organ pipes.
Hobbies & Activities category: Castle, chateau, palace;  Natural area
Address
Stolpen Castle
Schloss-strasse 10
D-01833 Stolpen
Germany
Hours
November 1 to November 30
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Closed16:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
March 1 to March 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Closed16:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
April 1 to October 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:009:00
Closed17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Cost
Adult3.00 Euros
Concession or reduced rate2.50 Euros
Child 16 & under2.00 Euros
Child 7 & underFREE
Tips
Last admission half hour before closing.
Group discount rate available.
Guides
Guided tour available as optional extra.
Typical Visit
1 hour
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