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The ancient rock castle extends over 80 meters in length and 60 meters in width, standing at an elevation of 370 meters in Bavaria.

Construction of this medieval stronghold began in 1190, establishing a strategic position for defense and control of the surrounding territories.

The castle represents a significant example of medieval German military architecture and stands as an architectural heritage monument of Bavaria.

Visitors can access the castle remains through marked paths from Ebern, following the coordinates 50.1146874 latitude and 10.7920375 longitude.

The castle earned recognition as one of the 100 most beautiful geotopes of Bavaria due to its geological formations and structural features.

Location: Ebern

Inception: 1190

Elevation above the sea: 370 m

Length: 80 m

Width: 60 m

Address: Altenschloß

Website: http://umweltatlas.bayern.de/mapapps/resources/reports/geotope/generateBericht.pdf?additionallayerfieldvalue=674G001

GPS coordinates: 50.11469,10.79204

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:36