Velburg is a town in the district of Neumarkt in Bavaria, Germany. The town of Velburg has a castle ruin which occupies the highest point of land. The castle is triangular in outline, with a central keep which is nearly intact, having been partly restored. The castle was initially constructed in 1129. The castle was captured and damaged in 1633 during the Thirty Years War after which it was abandoned. Velburg is located in a scenic area with many walking trails, including the eastern portion of the Main-Danube Trail.

Below is a selection of photos taken during an evening walk to the ruin and through Velburg on April 14 2025. Click on a small photo for a larger view, then select the next one with the cursor keys or the arrows on either side of the photo.