Arenfels Castle

Arenfels is a castle in Bad Hönningen in the Middle Rhine region of Rhineland-Palatinate. The building consists of three wings arranged in a horseshoe shape with a tall central tower crowned by a pointed roof and stone spires.

The castle was founded in 1258 by Heinrich II von Isenburg and originally stood on a rocky plateau protected by a moat and defensive fortifications. Over the centuries, it was expanded and adapted to different architectural styles.

Inside, you can see different living areas including a knight's hall and rooms from the Renaissance period with original fireplaces. These spaces show how the castle residents lived and used the rooms over the centuries.

The building functions today as an event venue and offers accommodation in 15 hotel rooms. There is also a wine shop with local wines from the Rhine Valley that visitors can view and purchase.

The structure has a remarkable architectural feature: it contains exactly 365 windows, 52 doors, and 12 towers, reflecting the days, weeks, and months of a year. This numerical symbolism was an intentional design choice by the medieval builders.

Location: Bad Hönningen

Inception: 13 century

Architects: Ernst Friedrich Zwirner

Website: https://schloss-arenfels.com

GPS coordinates: 50.52190,7.30722

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:41