Fuggerau, Medieval castle ruin near Arnoldstein, Austria
The stone remains of Fuggerau castle stand near the River Gailitz, featuring remnants of fortification walls and industrial structures from its mining period.
The Fugger family established this fortified mining complex in 1495, obtaining rights from Arnoldstein Abbey to process copper and silver for the Venetian market.
The site demonstrates the connection between medieval fortress architecture and industrial development, combining defensive structures with metal processing facilities.
Visitors can reach the ruins by following marked hiking paths from Arnoldstein, with the site offering views of the surrounding Carinthian landscape.
The fortress contained a cannon foundry that produced 261 cannons in 1504, using water power from the River Gailitz for metal smelting operations.
GPS coordinates: 46.54815,13.69351
Latest update: April 7, 2025 17:36
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