Burg Scharfenstein, castle
Description
Burg Scharfenstein is a castle ruin located on elevated terrain near Kiedrich with remaining stone walls and defensive structures. The hilltop position provides views across the Rhine valley and surrounding countryside.
History
The castle was built around 1215 as a fortification during the period of medieval castle development in the region. Its construction served to protect trade routes and territorial claims in the Rhine valley.
Culture
The ruins display medieval defensive architecture that remains visible in the stonework today. This structure reflects the building methods typical of the Rhine-Main region during the Middle Ages.
Practical
You can reach the ruins via marked hiking paths that lead upward from Kiedrich. Parking is available at the base of the hill, and the climb is manageable on foot.
Did you know?
The ruins display traces of different construction phases, and some stones still bear medieval stonemason marks. These details offer insight into the working methods of medieval craftspeople.
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