Bielriet Castle

Bielriet Castle consists of stone ruins perched on a spur north of the Wolpertsdorf district, displaying remains of defensive structures and architectural elements. The site sits in Baden-Württemberg and is accessible by way of local walking paths.

The castle was first recorded in 1057 and belonged to Friedrich von Bielriet, who served under Emperor Friedrich Barbarossa. The family vanished from records after 1190, and the fortress gradually lost its importance.

The castle held connections to regional nobility and appeared in medieval records, reflecting its importance in local society. Visitors can trace this noble past through the remaining stone structures at the site.

The ruins lie roughly 1.5 kilometers (1 mile) northwest of Wolpertsdorf and are reachable via walking paths. The best time to visit is during drier months when the paths are easier to walk.

In 1352 a chapel on the grounds established a soul mass before the castle was demolished roughly 40 years later. This late religious use shows that the location retained spiritual meaning until its end.