Burg Volmarstein, Medieval castle ruin in Volmarstein, Germany.
Description
Burg Volmarstein is a castle ruin in the Ruhr Valley with three remaining towers rising above the grounds. The remnants offer views across the surrounding landscape of North Rhine-Westphalia from their heights.
History
The castle was built around 1100 by Archbishop Friedrich I of Cologne as a fortification and later became central to regional power dynamics. Under Count Engelbert II, it suffered severe destruction in 1324 that eventually left it in ruins.
Culture
The grounds attract visitors through summer events including the Irish Folk Festival and Rock auf der Burg, drawing people from across the region. These gatherings shape how locals and travelers experience the site as a gathering place.
Practical
You can reach the ruins through marked paths from the village center, with parking near Hauptstrasse or Volmarstein Dorfplatz station. The climb to the towers is generally possible on most days, though weather conditions may affect access.
Did you know?
After a major fire in 1754, villagers collected stones from the castle ruins and reused them to build new homes in the settlement. This practical repurposing connected the ruins to the village's building history.
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