Castles & Forts in Namibia map & data
There are 14 castles and forts mapped in Namibia, spread over 7 regions. The most are in Khomas (4), Karas (3) and Oshikoto (3). 79% of them carry a name, and many add an address, phone number, website or opening hours. Well-known examples include 莵Khauxa莾nas, Duwisib Castle and Eros Feste.
Castles & Forts by region
| Region | Locations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Khomas | 4 | 29% |
| Karas | 3 | 21% |
| Oshikoto | 3 | 21% |
| Kunene | 1 | 7.1% |
| Hardap | 1 | 7.1% |
| Otjozondjupa | 1 | 7.1% |
| Erongo | 1 | 7.1% |
Notable castles and forts in Namibia
- 莵Khauxa莾nasKaras · castle
- Duwisib CastleHardap · castle
- Eros FesteKhomas · fort
- Fort SesfonteinKunene · castle
- Altes FortOtjozondjupa · castle
- Old German FortressErongo · castle
- Fort NamutoniOshikoto · castle
- HeinitzburgKhomas · castle
- Tsumeb CastelOshikoto · castle
- SanderburgKhomas · castle
- SchwerinsburgKhomas · castle
What's in this layer
Every castle in the layer comes with its name, category, brand and operator, street address, city, postcode, phone, website, opening hours, the region it is in, latitude and longitude (each where known). Castles, palaces and forts.
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Frequently asked questions
How many castles and forts are there in Namibia?
This layer holds 14 castles and forts in Namibia, the most of them in Khomas. The data is refreshed every 6 months; this release is from November 2026.
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What information comes with each castle?
The name, category, brand and operator, street address, city, postcode, phone, website, opening hours, the region it is in, latitude and longitude (each where known).
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