Burgruine Scharnstein, Medieval castle ruins in Scharnstein, Austria.
The stone walls and remaining towers of Burgruine Scharnstein stand on a hill overlooking the Tiessenbach valley in Upper Austria.
The fortress served as a strategic defense point during medieval conflicts, protecting the surrounding territories and monitoring movement through the valley.
The Austrian Criminal Museum within Scharnstein Castle presents extensive documentation of law enforcement practices from medieval times to modern days.
Visitors need to obtain a key from designated locations in the community to access the keep and explore the internal sections of the ruins.
The castle complex includes the Scythe Museum Geyerhammer, which displays industrial artifacts related to the regional metal manufacturing tradition.
Location: Scharnstein
Address: Tießenbach
GPS coordinates: 47.89190,13.96330
Latest update: March 14, 2025 14:55
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