Burg Schwarzenfels

The stone fortress stands on a 427-meter hilltop, featuring a medieval core castle with a keep and a Renaissance building with detailed decorations.

Built in 1280, the castle transferred to the House of Hanau in 1333 and served as an administrative center until its destruction during the Thirty Years' War.

The Renaissance portal from 1621 displays intricate stonework with columns and a knight figure, representing the architectural style of that period.

The castle complex includes accommodations for 44 people, a cafe, and event spaces, open from March to November on weekends and public holidays.

From the tower, visitors can see over 100 kilometers across the landscape on clear days, overlooking the Rhön hills and northern Spessart region.

Location: Sinntal

Inception: 1280

GPS coordinates: 50.30030,9.67187

Latest update: March 5, 2025 17:26