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Marienberg Fortress, Medieval fortress on Marienberg hill, Würzburg, Germany

The fortress stands at 268 meters elevation with defensive bastions, Renaissance walls, Baroque buildings, and a central courtyard encompassing multiple architectural periods.

From 1250 to 1720, Marienberg Fortress functioned as the residence of Würzburg prince-bishops, who controlled the region as Dukes of East Franconia.

The Museum für Franken within the Arsenal displays regional art collections, medieval sculptures, and historical artifacts representing Franconian cultural development.

The fortress maintains different seasonal schedules, operating from 9 AM to 6 PM during summer months and 10 AM to 4:30 PM in winter.

The fortress contains a 100-meter-deep well house with a cistern, essential for water supply during medieval sieges and military conflicts.

Location: Würzburg

Architectural style: baroque architecture, Renaissance architecture

Elevation above the sea: 268 m

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Address: Marienberg 239,Marienberg 240,Marienberg 241 97082

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-18:00

Website: https://museum-franken.de/en/visiting/opening-hours.html

GPS coordinates: 49.78980,9.91924

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:21

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