Lahneck Castle, Medieval fortress at the Rhine River, Germany
The rectangular fortress stands on a steep rock above the intersection of the Lahn and Rhine rivers, featuring a pentagonal tower design.
Archbishop Siegfried III of Eppstein constructed the castle in 1226 to protect his territory and the silver mine at the mouth of the Lahn.
German poet Johann Wolfgang von Goethe wrote the poem Geistesgruß in 1774 after seeing the castle during his journey along the Lahn River.
The castle remains under private ownership since 1850, maintaining a collection that includes a full-length portrait of Queen Victoria.
According to records, twelve Knights Templar fought their final battle at this castle in 1312 against forces of Mainz Archbishop Peter of Aspelt.
Location: Oberlahnstein
Inception: 1226
Address: Burg Lahneck, 56112 Lahnstein 56112
Website: http://burg-lahneck.de
GPS coordinates: 50.30630,7.61246
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:17
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