Epprechtstein Castle, Medieval castle ruins at Epprechtstein Mountain, Bavaria, Germany
The remains of Epprechtstein Castle stand on a granite slab at 798 meters elevation, featuring an old tower house with stairs leading to an observation platform.
Between 1150 and 1180, builders constructed the castle using ashlar and rusticated masonry techniques, establishing a strategic position above Kirchenlamitz village.
The stone structures near the castle, known as the Devil's Table, served as a resting spot for King Frederick William III and Queen Louise of Prussia in 1805.
The castle ruins connect to multiple hiking trails, including a 3.17-kilometer loop path suitable for beginners and a 20.2-kilometer route for experienced hikers.
The summit area contains fourteen granite quarries, with three still actively extracting Epprechtstein granite while others remain closed and covered by vegetation.
Location: Kirchenlamitz
Inception: 1150
GPS coordinates: 50.14590,11.91720
Latest update: March 5, 2025 13:08
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