Berwartstein Castle, Medieval castle in Erlenbach bei Dahn, Germany
The castle stands on a sandstone formation in the Palatinate Forest, featuring defensive walls, a great hall with cross-vaulted ceiling, and multiple towers.
Emperor Frederick Barbarossa granted the castle to Bishop Günther of Speyer in 1152, marking its first documented mention in historical records.
The castle contains carved passages and rooms within the rock structure, representing traditional defensive architecture methods of the Middle Ages in Germany.
Guided tours in German take visitors through the castle interior, including the 104-meter deep well and access to the upper viewing terrace.
The entrance chimney on the southeast cliff face served as the original access point, requiring visitors to climb a rope ladder for entry.
Location: Rhineland-Palatinate
Location: Erlenbach bei Dahn
Inception: 12 century
Elevation above the sea: 283 m
Address: Burg Berwartstein 1, 76981 Erlenbach bei Dahn, Germany
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 09:30-19:00; Saturday-Sunday 09:30-20:00
Phone: +496398210
Website: http://burgberwartstein.de
GPS coordinates: 49.10830,7.86278
Latest update: June 22, 2025 15:33
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