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Alte Veste, Medieval castle in Zirndorf, Germany

The Alte Veste stands on an elevation of 378 meters, featuring stone fortifications and architectural elements from multiple construction periods.

During the Thirty Years' War in 1632, the castle played a central role in the confrontation between Imperial and Swedish forces.

The castle contains the Intarsia hunt room, displaying 60 wooden panels with detailed hunting scenes that represent Renaissance craftsmanship.

Visitors can reach the castle through marked hiking trails from Zirndorf, with guided tours available from April through October.

The Great Courtroom spans 26 by 12 meters, making it one of the largest medieval secular halls in the region.

Location: Zirndorf

GPS coordinates: 49.45303,10.96586

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:34

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