Burg Dorfelden, Medieval castle ruins in Niederdorfelden, Germany.
The castle stands on an artificially raised hill between the Nidder River and Mühlgraben, with remaining sections of walls and a semi-circular tower.
Built between 1200 and 1234 by the Lords of Dorfelden, the fortress changed ownership multiple times before gradually declining in importance during the 15th century.
The castle played a role in securing passage to Frankfurt am Main for Saxon dukes during Roman-German king coronation ceremonies in the 14th century.
Visitors can reach the castle ruins through walking paths from the northern section of the old village center of Niederdorfelden.
The castle structure includes a complete circular moat system fed by the Nidder River, with a hill diameter ranging from 50 to 58 meters.
Location: Niederdorfelden
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Address: Burghain
GPS coordinates: 50.19692,8.80243
Latest update: March 3, 2025 20:38
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