Burg Gleichen, Medieval castle ruin in Drei Gleichen, Germany.
Description
Burg Gleichen stands as a castle ruin with stone walls and towers in the Thuringian landscape near Erfurt, positioned at an elevated location. The structure formed part of a trio of fortifications that controlled the region strategically.
History
The castle originated around 1001 and was one of three fortifications defending the region during the medieval period. The close arrangement of these three structures made this area an important protective zone.
Culture
The castle connects to a legend about Count von Gleichen, who returned from the Crusades and left a story that visitors encounter while exploring the ruins. This tale has shaped local identity for centuries.
Practical
The ruins are accessible via marked hiking trails that connect all three castles of Drei Gleichen through the conservation area. The paths are clearly marked and allow visitors to explore the entire castle group in one day.
Did you know?
The three castles of the complex were struck by lightning in 1231, causing fires to erupt across all structures simultaneously. This unusual event has left a deep imprint on local memory.
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