opportunities there. Climate The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen climate classification system, Castell has a humid subtropical climate, Cfa on climate maps. Notable people Emil Kriewitz lived with the Penateka Comanche, and served as guide for Fisher-Miller Land Grant settlers. He was the Llano County justice of the peace in 1870, Llano County election judge in 1871, and postmaster of Castell from 1876 to 1883. He was buried in the Llano City Cemetery. See also Fredericksburg, Texas References External links Castell, Texas Community Profile includes numerous links to various Castell maps, aerial photos, Census data, local government offices. Accessed August 7, 2007. Castell, Texas — 76831, a reference to the area's zip code, with information about the town's business community and photo of plaque commemorating the founding of Castell, Bettina, and Leiningen. Accessed August 7, 2007. Biography (English) of Count Carl of Castell-Castell German-American culture in Texas Latter Day Saint movement in Texas Unincorporated communities in Llano County, Texas Populated places established in 1847 Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks Unincorporated communities in Texas 1847 establishments in Texas