Ramstein Castle

Ramstein Castle consists of ruins standing on a 182-meter sandstone rock at the edge of Meulenwald forest. The remains display an oval-shaped inner court surrounded by wall sections and corner towers that visitors can explore.

Archbishop Diether of Nassau built the castle in the early 14th century as a successor to an older fortified estate. French troops destroyed it in 1689 during the War of the Palatine Succession, after which it was never rebuilt.

The castle once served as an administrative center for the Trier church, managed by different officials over the centuries. Its walls and towers still reflect the layout of a medieval lordly residence.

The ruins sit at the top of a steep rocky outcrop and feature pathways through the old wall sections. Wear sturdy shoes as the ground is uneven and stairs are steep in places.

The castle has remained a ruin for over 300 years since its destruction and was intentionally never rebuilt. This choice makes it a rare example of war damage that stayed visible across centuries and shaped the local landscape.

Location: Rhineland-Palatinate

GPS coordinates: 49.82380,6.64408

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:48