Maus Castle, Medieval castle in Sankt Goarshausen, Germany
Located on the east bank of the Rhine River, Maus Castle rises 167 meters above sea level with a round bergfried protecting its uphill side.
Construction of Maus Castle started in 1353 under Archbishop-Elector Bohemond II of Trier to enforce toll rights along the Rhine River and secure borders.
The castle obtained its name when the Counts of Katzenelnbogen compared it to their own Katz Castle, referring to the natural predator relationship.
From late March to early October, visitors can attend flight demonstrations at the castle's aviary, which houses falcons, owls, and eagles.
Unlike neighboring Rhine fortifications, Maus Castle remained intact throughout centuries, though it experienced a period of neglect during the 1500s and 1600s.
Location: Rhineland-Palatinate
Location: Sankt Goarshausen
Inception: 1353
Elevation above the sea: 167 m
GPS coordinates: 50.17190,7.69599
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:24
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