Wasserburg Klemme, Medieval fortification in Eisenach, Germany.
Wasserburg Klemme was a castle with a square layout measuring roughly 150 by 100 meters, positioned near the Horsel river and the city walls of Eisenach. Water surrounded the structure and formed an essential part of the fortification system.
The castle was built in 1261 and suffered severe destruction in 1306 during a siege related to the nearby Wartburg. Eisenach's citizens were forced to rebuild it in 1308.
The castle served multiple purposes over the centuries, shifting from a military stronghold to a prison, storage facility, and barracks as the city's needs changed. These different roles show how central the location remained to the life of Eisenach.
The site is now part of Theaterplatz in central Eisenach, where modern buildings stand on the historical foundations. To understand the history of this square, look for information plaques or signs around the area.
The water in the castle's moat was fed naturally by groundwater, allowing the fortification to maintain a permanent water defense line without manual effort. This made the castle relatively simple to defend.
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