Eltz Castle, nestled deep in the hills above the Moselle River in western Germany, is one of Europe’s most enchanting medieval castles. Built in the 12th century, it has remained in the hands of the same family for over 850 years, making it a rare example of continuous private ownership. Surrounded by thick forests and perched on a rocky spur above the Elzbach River, the castle looks like something out of a fairy tale, with its towering turrets, timber-framed upper floors, and fortified stone wa