15. Burg Eltz, Germany

Tucked deep within the German forest, Burg Eltz is famed for its fairy-tale beauty—and its lingering spirits. The castle’s most well-known ghost is Countess Agnes, said to have died defending her home during a medieval siege. Visitors and staff have reported unexplained footsteps, cold spots, and fleeting glimpses of a woman in armor wandering the corridors. Her enduring presence adds a chilling layer to Burg Eltz’s storied past, making it as mysterious as it is majestic. Learn more



