Ruine Mandelberg

The castle ruins contain a 35-meter-high stone watchtower and remaining foundation walls situated at 570 meters above sea level in Baden-Württemberg.

Archaeological excavations revealed that the initial castle structure was built in the 11th century, with Count Wolf von Eberstein purchasing it for 1000 guilders in 1385.

The ruins represent medieval German fortification architecture through three distinct construction phases, showcasing defensive strategies and building techniques from different periods.

Visitors can climb the renovated watchtower, which was restored in 1975 and now serves as an observation point over the Waldach valley.

The castle met its end during the Peasants' War in 1525 when it burned completely and was never reconstructed, leaving the ruins as a testament to social upheaval.

Location: Pfalzgrafenweiler

GPS coordinates: 48.52500,8.59954

Latest update: March 3, 2025 21:56