Veste Niederhaus, Medieval fortress between rivers in Passau, Germany
Veste Niederhaus stands on a promontory between two rivers, connected to Veste Oberhaus by battlements that form a 700-meter defensive structure.
The fortress, built in 1219 by Prince-Bishop Ulrich II, served as a military stronghold and endured five attacks between 1250 and 1482 without falling.
Protestant Anabaptists imprisoned in the fortress from 1535 to 1540 created the Ausbund hymnal, which remains in use during Amish religious services.
The fortress welcomes visitors until 5 pm, with elevator access available and parking facilities at the underground structure in Römerplatz.
Archaeological findings from the 1990s revealed additional living quarters from the 17th century, indicating the structure's evolution beyond military purposes.
Location: Passau
Address: Ferdinand-Wagner-Straße 1
GPS coordinates: 48.57560,13.47440
Latest update: March 7, 2025 05:40
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