Schloss Fernstein, Medieval castle ruins in Nassereith, Austria
The fortress stands at 1,234 meters elevation on a rocky spur above Fernpass Road, featuring a rectangular residential tower measuring 11.2 by 8.2 meters.
First documented in 1288 under Rudeger von Verrenstein, the castle served as a toll station from 1308 to 1339 during construction work on its fortifications.
The structure includes remnants of multiple building sections, including a high residential tower, toll house, and clausura buildings that served different purposes through centuries.
Located 6 kilometers north of Nassereith along the road from Imst to Reutte, the castle remains are now under private ownership of the Köhle family.
During the Schmalkaldic War in 1552, the fortress delayed Elector Maurice of Saxony's forces for 36 hours at the strategic mountain pass position.
Location: Nassereith
Elevation above the sea: 1,234 m
GPS coordinates: 47.34600,10.81750
Latest update: March 9, 2025 09:09
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