Oberschloss, Renaissance castle in Kranichfeld, Germany.
Oberschloss sits on a hilltop above Kranichfeld with thick defensive walls and a 22-meter-high tower called Dicke Turm. The structure combines different building styles that developed across its various periods of expansion.
Built as a Romanesque fortress in the 12th century, the castle underwent major reconstruction around 1453. A fire in 1934 required significant restoration work afterwards.
The castle serves as a cultural center hosting concerts, theater performances, and exhibitions with historical documents and artifacts. Visitors can experience the region's vibrant cultural life within its walls.
The castle opens Tuesday through Sunday from March to October, with shorter hours during winter months from November to February. The hilltop location means comfortable footwear is recommended for walking around the grounds.
A distinctive stone figure called Leckarsch adorns the southwestern corner of the castle and is surrounded by various origin stories. Local residents share different versions of what this mysterious figure represents.
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