is Steves' favorite European castle of them all: Burg Eltz. On his blog, Steves wrote that Germany's numerous castles can be overwhelming, which is why he shares his best-loved options with readers.

Eltz Castle is open to the public from April 1 to Oct. 30. During the winter, only its gardens are accessible, but even a stroll through the grounds is magical. Each season brings its own distinct ...