Ruine Plixholz, Medieval castle ruins in Windeck, Germany.
Ruine Plixholz is a medieval castle complex standing on elevated ground in Windeck, featuring stone walls, a vaulted cellar, and two round towers along its southern edge. The ruins spread across an expansive site with multiple sections, some of which contain remnants of an old well structure.
The castle was first documented in 1562 and served the Brömser family as a residence for over a century. After 1666, it changed hands to Baron von Metternich and subsequently experienced a period of religious transformation.
Visitors can discover traces of a chapel within the ruins, pointing to the spiritual role this place once held. The remains reveal how the site served as both a residence and a place of religious importance over the centuries.
Visiting the ruins is accessible on foot and you can follow the Weibspfad, a medieval path that runs through the grounds. Wear sturdy shoes since the terrain is uneven and you will need to navigate across old foundations and rocky patches.
The site is surrounded by small wooded and meadow areas that give the location a quiet, secluded character. Just south lies Nothgottes Monastery, another historical site that reflects the spiritual network that once connected these places.
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