Burgruine Ödes Schloss, Burgruine in Altenburg (70993)
The Burgruine Ödes Schloss is a ruin on a steep hill surrounded by the Kamp River, consisting largely of stone walls and foundations from the 12th to 14th centuries. The remains show ramparts, terraces, and traces of buildings that once stood on a triangular plateau and were defended by a polygonal tower.
The ruin was likely founded in the 11th or 12th century by noble families to control the land and trade routes. In the 13th and 14th centuries, it was owned by the Tursen family, before later falling into the hands of religious authorities who dismantled parts of the structure.
The Burgruine Ödes Schloss, also known as Ruine Tursenstein, sits on a strategic location high above the Kamp River and was once a symbol of power and control in the region. The name and location of this place tell of a time when such fortresses were important for protecting the land and gathering people together.
You can reach the ruins by car with parking available near a monastery and a local inn. The trail to the ruins takes about one hour and is marked with red signs, but runs over uneven ground, so wear sturdy shoes and be careful if the weather is wet.
Ceramic finds near the ruins suggest that people have lived in this area since the 11th or 12th century, long before the castle itself was built. These archaeological clues show that the site has an even longer history than the fortress itself.
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