Ruine Hinterhaus, Medieval castle ruin in Spitz, Austria
Ruine Hinterhaus is a castle set on a hilltop overlooking the Danube near Spitz. The remains show clear foundation walls and several towers that still rise above the landscape.
The fortress was built in the 12th century by the Kuenringer family to monitor river traffic and valley routes. It formed part of a network of strongholds that this powerful family established across the region.
The name refers to houses that once stood behind the fortress. Visitors can still trace how the settlement developed around and below the fortification.
The climb to the ruins is walkable and takes just minutes from Spitz town. Sturdy shoes are essential since the path is steep and can be slippery in wet conditions.
On clear days, the view from the ruins spans the entire Wachau valley, revealing other neighboring fortresses. This sight shows how strategically the Kuenringers positioned their network of fortifications.
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