Burgruine

Burgruine is a medieval fortress situated on a 240-meter (787 ft) hill at the junction where the Lohr and Aubach rivers meet in Bavaria. The stone remains show walls, defensive structures, and entrance areas that once formed a complete castle complex.

The Counts of Rieneck built this fortress around 1180 to control trade routes in the region. Swedish forces captured the castle in 1626, after which it was gradually abandoned.

The ruins reveal medieval construction methods and defensive designs that are now visible through careful excavation work. This site has become central to how locals understand their town's past and connection to the surrounding landscape.

The site is accessible by following Am Schlossberg 9 in Partenstein, where information panels provide context about the ruins. The walk uphill to reach the hilltop location requires decent footwear and some physical effort.

The name comes from medieval German words where 'Barte' means axe and 'Stein' means stone. The town of Partenstein honors this origin in its coat of arms, which displays two halberds as a direct reference to the castle's ancient name.