Heldrungen, Administrative district in Thuringia, Germany.
Located at an elevation of 128 meters, Heldrungen features a Renaissance castle surrounded by water ditches, bastions, and five defensive rondells.
The Renaissance castle, constructed between 1512 and 1518, stands as the central structure of the fortification complex within the district.
Local residents maintain regional traditions through seasonal markets, food festivals, and community gatherings that showcase Thuringian specialties.
The district, accessible via road networks and public transportation, offers accommodation options in the castle, which now functions as a youth hostel.
The fortification system incorporates two parallel water ditches and four vauban bastions, representing military engineering from different historical periods.
Elevation above the sea: 128 m
Website: https://stadt-heldrungen.de
GPS coordinates: 51.30139,11.21667
Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:35
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