Burg Schweinsberg, Medieval castle in Stadtallendorf, Germany.
Burg Schweinsberg is a castle on a basalt hill in Stadtallendorf with a rectangular outer wall and a round defensive tower. The fortress now contains seven residential apartments and is partially maintained by the Schenck Foundation.
The castle was founded around 1230 by Guntram of Marburg and underwent major expansion in 1482 under master builder Hans Jakob von Ettlingen. After destruction during the Thirty Years War, it was restored in 1852 with neo-gothic elements.
The residential wing, called the Kemenate, shows how castle architecture shifted from military structures to living spaces. This reflects how such fortifications changed their purpose over the medieval and early modern periods.
The castle sits on a basalt hill and offers views of the surrounding area around Stadtallendorf. It is best visited in good weather when the paths around the fortress are easy to walk.
After destruction in the Thirty Years War, the castle was rebuilt with neo-gothic style features that gave it a romantic appearance. This transformation changed its look from a purely military structure to a residence with historical character.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Burg Amöneburg
4.3 km
Stephanskirche Schweinsberg
55 m
Schloss Plausdorf
5 km
Brücker Mühle
3.3 km
Burg Homberg
5.2 km
Schweinsberger Moor
678 m
Wenigenburg
4 km
Burg Schmitthof
5.2 km
Magdalenenkapelle in der Lindau
5 km
Stadtkirche Homberg
5.2 km
St. Johannes der Täufer
4.2 km
St. Hubertus
3.2 km
Evangelische Kapelle, Untergasse
4.2 km
Rathaus Homberg (Ohm)
5.1 km
Amtsgericht Amöneburg
4.2 km
St. Blasius und St. Elisabeth
3.8 km
Evangelische Kirche Ober-Ofleiden
3.8 km
St. Michael
2.6 km
Mariä Geburt und Johannes der Täufer
4.9 km
Evangelische Kirche Haarhausen, Homberg
3.2 km
Brauhausturm
5.1 km
St. Antonius der Einsiedler
1.6 km
Amöneburg
3.9 km
Amöneburger Becken
2.3 km
Linde im Zwinger und Linde im Burghof von Homberg (Ohm)
5.2 km
Brückerwald und Hußgeweid
3.7 km
Alte Ohmbrücke
3.4 km
Alte Linde an der Schafstränke bei Niederofleiden
2.9 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes