Burg Breuberg, Medieval castle in Breuberg, Germany.
Burg Breuberg is a castle built from red sandstone perched on a hill above the Mümling Valley, featuring defensive towers, fortification walls, and an inner courtyard. The grounds include a deep well and multiple residential buildings from different periods.
The castle was built around 1200 during the Hohenstaufen period and later became shared property among multiple noble families. This arrangement influenced how the fortress developed over the following centuries.
The Johann Casimir Building displays a decorated ceiling featuring figures from Roman mythology and noble family coats of arms. These ornaments show how wealthy residents once lived here and displayed their status through art.
The castle now serves as a museum and youth hostel with guided tours through the preserved structures available until early November. Plan for climbing time since the castle sits on a hilltop.
The castle well reaches a depth of about 85 meters and was fitted with a wheel mechanism to lift water upward. This system allowed residents to remain completely self-sufficient for extended periods.
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