Philippstein Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Braunfels, Germany.
The castle remains include a round keep, cellar structures, and portions of the defensive wall positioned on a slope with a dry moat.
Constructed in 1390, Philippstein Castle stood as a strategic fortification in the Hesse region during the medieval period of German territorial expansion.
The castle ruins form part of a regional network of medieval structures that demonstrate the architectural and military engineering practices of 14th-century Germany.
Visitors can access the castle ruins through marked hiking trails, with parking facilities available near the site in Braunfels.
The castle's position on elevated ground, separated by a partially filled dry moat, provides views across the surrounding Lahn valley.
Location: Braunfels
Inception: 1390
Address: Außerhalb der Ortslage, Burgberg
GPS coordinates: 50.48960,8.38030
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:57
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