Burg zu Burghausen holds world record for longest castle

The Burg zu Burghausen, located near Munich, holds the Guinness World Record for the longest castle complex in the world. Stretching 1,051 meters, the site consists of six interconnected courtyards, defensive towers, gate systems, and historical residential buildings.

Historically significant for its time under the Wittelsbach dynasty, the castle was built on a narrow mountain ridge between the Salzach and Wöhrsee, a location that made it difficult to conquer and helped preserve its structure. Today, the site features various historical elements, including an armory, stables, storage rooms, and an outer chapel dating back to the 15th century.