Burg Cracau, Medieval fortress in Krefeld, Germany
The castle stood at a location bordered by Cracauer Street, Von-Beckerath Street, Bogenstrasse, and Am Hohen Haus Street in Krefeld.
The fortress, first documented in 1417, served as protection for Krefeld until its demolition in 1677 by William III of England due to maintenance costs.
The von Beckerath family acquired the estate in 1775 and constructed a Rococo castle using stones from the original fortress.
The remaining structure, known as the Hohe Haus, now contains former stables and cellars that function as a wine shop.
The castle's name might derive from the local dialect word 'Krahkau', meaning crow cage in the Krefeld vernacular.
Location: Krefeld
GPS coordinates: 51.33705,6.57360
Latest update: March 5, 2025 10:04
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