Ruine Schellenburg, Medieval castle ruins in Lenggries, Germany
Ruine Schellenburg is a castle site perched on a 750-meter-high rock spur overlooking the Isar valley in Lenggries. What remains today are foundation walls about 2 meters long and scattered stone fragments that hint at the original building.
The fortress was built in the 12th century by local nobles to monitor the Isar valley and river traffic. It changed hands to Tegernsee Monastery around 1300 and gradually lost importance afterward.
The name reflects medieval defensive thinking and the fortress served local administrative needs for centuries. People in the region recognized it as a place of authority and control over the Isar valley below.
The site sits northwest of Wegscheid Chapel and has no marked trails, requiring careful footing throughout the visit. The steep slopes can become slippery after rain, so sturdy shoes are recommended.
After 1300 the fortress was renamed Neuburg and operated as a magistrate's seat until the late 16th century. This renaming marks an interesting shift from military stronghold to administrative center over several generations.
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