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Duke's Chest Castle, Gothic castle in Ingolstadt, Germany.

Duke's Chest Castle features tall towers, decorative stonework, pointed arches, and robust fortification walls that define its medieval defensive architecture.

Louis II, Duke of Bavaria, commissioned the construction of this fortress in 1255 to establish a strategic military position near important trade routes.

The castle integrates educational exhibitions and guided tours that present the medieval architectural practices and defensive strategies of Bavarian nobility.

Visitors can reach the castle through guided walking tours that operate daily, with information panels in multiple languages explaining the structure's features.

The castle maintains original defensive elements while incorporating modern facilities, demonstrating the evolution from military stronghold to heritage site.

Location: Ingolstadt

Inception: 1255

Founders: Louis II, Duke of Bavaria

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Address: Hallstraße 2

GPS coordinates: 48.76360,11.42750

Latest update: March 7, 2025 11:05

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