Scharfenberg Castle, Rock castle in Annweiler, Germany.
Scharfenberg Castle stands at 489 meters above sea level on a rounded summit, forming part of the Trifels castle group in the Palatine Forest.
Built during the first half of the 12th century under Hohenstaufen king Conrad III, the castle initially functioned as a state prison before changing ownership.
The castle features a 20-meter-high bergfried with walls made of rusticated ashlars, demonstrating the architectural techniques of the Hohenstaufen period.
The castle ruins remain accessible to visitors exploring the South Palatine region, with nearby sister castles Trifels and Anebos completing the historical circuit.
The castle's nickname 'Münz' stems from the Latin word 'munitio' meaning fortress, rather than from any connection to coin minting activities.
Location: Rhineland-Palatinate
Part of: Trifels group
GPS coordinates: 49.18900,7.98682
Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:54
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