Burg Perlenberg

Burg Perlenberg is a castle ruin on a small plateau near Hohenecken, standing 371 meters above sea level. The preserved walls feature distinctive Buckelquader stone blocks that form the foundation of the medieval structure.

Construction began around 1200 during the Staufen period as part of the region's defense system. Archaeological excavations in 1901 by Christian Mehlis uncovered the floor plans and helped scholars understand medieval fortifications of this type.

The castle formed part of a protection system for the imperial palace in Lautern and still shapes how we understand medieval fortification design in the region. Visitors can trace how such structures functioned by examining the remains.

Access to the ruins is by an unmarked trail starting from Einsiedlerhof toward Kolbenwoog that leads to the remote mountain peak. Wear sturdy footwear and expect uneven ground throughout the walk.

The preserved quadrangular keep measures 9 meters per side with walls 1.5 meters thick and displays a distinctive profiled base construction. This careful building technique suggests it was once an important fortification.

Location: Bann

GPS coordinates: 49.41510,7.66830

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:24