Veste Landskron, Medieval castle ruins in Vorpommern-Greifswald District, Germany
The castle stands with walls 80 centimeters thick, measuring 25 meters in length and 15 meters in width, constructed of bricks and small fieldstones.
Built between 1576 and 1579 for Ullrich II von Schwerin, the castle became a ruin within 100 years following damage during the Thirty Years War.
The castle ranks seventh among Germany's most visited castles, receiving a rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from visitors across the country.
The south tower remains accessible to visitors, offering views of the surrounding landscape and serving as a stop for hikers and cyclists.
Ancient oak trees with trunks up to 4.5 meters in circumference grow within the protected grounds of the castle ruins.
Location: Vorpommern-Greifswald District
Inception: 1576
GPS coordinates: 53.76580,13.37920
Latest update: May 16, 2025 22:35
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