Burgruine Kronsegg, Castle ruin in Langenlois, Austria.
Burgruine Kronsegg is a medieval castle ruin perched on a steep rocky ridge above the Lois Valley, containing two defensive towers and multiple courtyards enclosed by stone walls. The structures rise prominently above the surrounding landscape.
The fortress was built by the Lords of Maissau in the 12th century and first appears in written records around 1250 as Chranzek. It fell under the control of the Bishopric of Passau at that time.
The name comes from Middle High German words meaning crown and ridge, showing how places in this region were named after their location on the landscape.
The ruins are reachable on foot from Langenlois and offer visitors good views of the Lois Valley from their elevated position. Sturdy footwear is advisable as the approach is steep and the surfaces are uneven.
In 1717 the fortress served as an official refuge point for thirteen surrounding villages, demonstrating its enduring strategic value to the region. This reveals that the structures retained protective importance long after their original construction.
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