Burganlage

Burganlage is a medieval fortress perched above Bad Neustadt an der Saale with stone walls and traces of various construction periods. The site displays typical features of a fortified complex with different structures built over many centuries.

The fortress was founded in the medieval period and developed into a strategic stronghold in the region. It changed hands multiple times and experienced various phases of importance and decline.

The name reflects its past as a fortification and it continues to shape how residents connect with their town's identity. You can observe how the ruins integrate into the local landscape and community life.

The ruins are accessible from outside at any time and offer views across the surrounding landscape. The path uphill is partly steep and requires sturdy footwear, especially after rain.

Excavations have uncovered items from the 12th century that reveal how people lived their daily lives here. Such findings offer a rare glimpse into the everyday physical details of the medieval period.