Riepenburg, Medieval castle ruins in Kirchwerder, Germany
The castle consisted of a steep mound with a tower-like timber-framed building protected by inner and outer moats with embankments.
Built around 1250, the Riepenburg controlled river crossings and collected tolls at the Elbe River until its demolition between 1508 and 1512.
The site reflects the architectural practices of lower nobility during the High and Late Middle Ages in northern Germany.
The remaining hill structure and outer wall sections at Kraueler Hauptdeich are accessible through informative walking paths.
The castle's location at a former arm of the Gose-Elbe River made it strategically important for monitoring three branches of the Elbe.
Location: Bergedorf
GPS coordinates: 53.40180,10.20800
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:29
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