Auer Wasserburg

The remains of Wasserburg Aue consist of a stone basement with dimensions of 23 by 23 meters and include remnants of vaulted ceilings and massive walls.

First mentioned in 1272, the castle suffered destruction during the Thirty Years' War in 1637 when Croatian troops captured and burned the structure to its foundation.

The castle museum displays medieval artifacts including green and black glazed tiles featuring biblical motifs from the Reformation period found during archaeological excavations.

Individual guided tours cost 3 euros per person, while groups of ten or more can reserve visits with refreshments for 10 euros each.

The castle houses the smallest accessible museum in Hesse, occupying just four square meters within a decorative tower built in 1920.

Location: Wanfried

Address: Bei dem Alten Schlosse (bei Lange Straße)

GPS coordinates: 51.17970,10.12843

Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:07