Neuenburg Castle, Medieval castle in Freyburg, Germany
The castle stands on a hilltop above the eastern bank of the Unstrut River, featuring a double chapel and residential tower complex.
Count Ludwig der Springer constructed the fortress around 1090 to secure his eastern territories, establishing control over the Unstrut River valley.
The castle museum presents exhibitions about Thuringian nobility, displaying historical objects including medieval toys, clothing, and pocket watches.
The castle opens from April through October, Tuesday to Sunday between 10:00 and 18:00, with admission fees of 6.50 EUR for adults.
Heinrich von Veldeke wrote sections of the Middle High German Eneas Romance within the castle walls during the medieval period.
Location: Freyburg
Elevation above the sea: 196 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Website: http://www.schloss-neuenburg.de/English-Site.html
Opening Hours: April-October: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00; November-March off
Website: http://schloss-neuenburg.de/English-Site.html
GPS coordinates: 51.20850,11.77550
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:13
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