Burg Falkenstein an der Ranna, Castle ruin in Hofkirchen im Mühlkreis, Austria.
The castle complex spans 2,960 square meters and includes a keep, main castle with palace, and two towers overlooking the Ranna Valley.
First documented in 1140, the castle belonged to the Falkenstein family and served as a central noble residence in Upper Mühlviertel until 1888.
The Falkenstein family established the Stift Schlägl monastery in 1218, which became a regional center of learning and spiritual development.
Due to safety concerns regarding structural stability, visitors can only access the castle interior during scheduled restoration weekends.
The water tower, constructed in 1489 above a natural spring, provided drinking water through an internal well system to the castle inhabitants.
Location: Hofkirchen im Mühlkreis
Address: Falkenstein 2, nordwestlich
GPS coordinates: 48.49390,13.78250
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:39
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