Ruine Frankenberg, Medieval fortification ruins in Schmalkalden, Germany.
The castle features a triple ring wall system, deep moats, and a rectangular keep constructed with substantial sandstone blocks incorporating anchor holes.
Built between the late 11th and early 12th centuries by the Herren von Stein, the castle protected the trade route from Frankfurt to Erfurt.
The castle ruins represent medieval defensive architecture with its 24-meter-high keep and remaining sections of the 11-meter-long residential palace.
The ruins remain freely accessible to visitors, with several hiking trails leading to the site along the Werra-Burgen-Steig route.
The bergfried underwent renovations in the 1980s and now serves as an observation tower, offering views across the Rosatal valley.
Location: Schmalkalden
GPS coordinates: 50.73000,10.29550
Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:10
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