Burg Parsberg, Medieval castle and archaeological site in Parsberg, Germany.
Burg Parsberg is a medieval stone castle perched on elevated ground above the town, containing multiple structures from different periods of its occupation. The complex includes defensive walls, residential buildings, a castle chapel, and various outbuildings that reflect both residential comfort and military function.
The castle originated in the 13th century and suffered severe destruction at the hands of Swedish forces during the Thirty Years' War. Reconstruction took place afterward, gradually transforming it from a military stronghold into a primarily residential estate.
The Folk and Ethnographic Museum housed within the castle walls displays regional craftsmanship traditions and artisan techniques practiced across the Upper Palatinate for generations. Visitors can view traditional clothing, household objects, and tools that reflect how people in this area lived and worked long ago.
The castle is accessible via marked hiking paths from the town center and works well for a day visit. The Parsberg train station is within walking distance and provides regular connections to larger cities across the region.
From the castle grounds, a hiking route connects to nearby caves and St. Wolfgang Pilgrimage Church, linking natural formations with religious sites. This pathway allows visitors to explore multiple layers of local history and landscape within a single connected journey.
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