Burg Schauenburg, Medieval castle ruins in Dossenheim, Germany.
The stone remains of Burg Schauenburg stand at 275 meters above sea level on the southern slope of Ölberg, featuring portions of a 10-meter square keep.
The castle, constructed in 1130 by Gerhard von Schauenburg, served as a Mainz fortress until its destruction in 1460 during the Palatine-Mainz War.
The name Schauenburg derives from Old High German 'scouwa', reflecting the structure's original purpose as a strategic observation point over the Rhine valley.
Visitors access the castle ruins from the west entrance, where an information board provides details about the site's layout and archaeological findings.
The castle walls demonstrate medieval construction methods through their remaining 6-meter height, with sections revealing original Romanesque window capitals and columns.
Location: Dossenheim
Inception: 1100
GPS coordinates: 49.45890,8.67944
Latest update: March 6, 2025 11:16
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