Burg Thalberg, Medieval castle in Dechantskirchen, Austria.
Thalberg Castle extends 90 meters in length and 23 meters in width, featuring two square towers on its east-west oriented structure.
The Lords of Krumbach constructed Thalberg Castle between 1171 and 1180, with its first documented mention appearing in records from 1204.
The castle incorporates Romanesque architectural elements with thick defensive walls, small windows, and a late Gothic chapel within its complex.
While interior access remains restricted, visitors can observe the castle exterior and learn about its history from information boards near the entrance.
The castle's eastern keep stands at 24 meters high, making it a prominent landmark visible from various points along the Wechsel pass road.
Location: Dechantskirchen
Elevation above the sea: 536 m
Address: Schlag bei Thalberg 1 und 34
GPS coordinates: 47.41611,16.00472
Latest update: March 7, 2025 01:42
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