Ruine Ramstein

Ruine Ramstein is a medieval castle ruin set at about 688 meters elevation in the upper Schiltach valley near Tennenbronn. The stone remains show a circular layout with visible wall sections that reveal the structure of former living spaces and defensive features.

This castle was built before 1137 and served as the seat of the Lords of Ramstein until their line died out around 1280. It then passed to the Falkenstein-Ramstein family, who held it through the late medieval period.

The name comes from its rocky location in the Schiltach valley, where visitors can still see how medieval builders constructed the fortifications. Walking through what remains reveals how people once lived and defended this remote mountain stronghold.

The ruins are reachable via marked hiking paths that connect through the surrounding landscape around Tennenbronn. Visit during dry weather since the steep paths can become slippery and climbing over stone sections requires steady footing.

The castle was destroyed in 1451 during a siege involving incendiary arrows and has never been rebuilt since. This dramatic event led Emperor Friedrich III to intervene with peace negotiations that shaped the region.

Location: Tennenbronn

GPS coordinates: 48.18990,8.38470

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:26