Burg Absberg, Medieval lowland castle in Absberg, Germany
Description
Burg Absberg is a medieval castle site positioned on a hilltop above the village with characteristic earthen mounds and ditches. The location preserves the typical features of a motte-and-bailey structure with visible raised banks and defensive trenches.
History
A knight named Goswin von Absberg received permission from the emperor in 1349 to build the castle. The fortress was later destroyed and today remains only as earthen mounds and trenches.
Culture
The ruins show how a local family expressed their authority through architecture and displayed their standing in the region. The earthworks still visible today echo this former importance to the village.
Practical
The site is reachable by foot from the village via small paths and offers open access to the grounds. There are few signs or markings, so it helps to research the location beforehand or ask locals for directions.
Did you know?
A woodcut from 1523 shows the castle in flames and documents its destruction with detailed fortifications. This historical image is one of the few visual records that captures how the fortress appeared before it was destroyed.
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