Burg Großfurra

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Burg Großfurra, Medieval castle in Sondershausen, Germany.

The stone fortress features a 20-meter round tower with a 10-meter diameter, surrounded by former moats and garden landscapes.

Built between 1100 and 1200, the castle served as a control point for the Wippertal valley under the ownership of Rittergeschlecht von Furra family.

The castle includes the Junker-Schänke restaurant, which serves local German dishes in a setting with historical timber frames and tiled stoves.

The castle hotel offers 26 guest rooms with modern amenities including satellite TV, private bathrooms, Wi-Fi access, and on-site parking facilities.

The property organizes hunting weekends for small groups in the South Harz-Kyffhäuser region, combining outdoor activities with castle accommodation.

Location: Sondershausen

Inception: 1100

GPS coordinates: 51.38330,10.78330

Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:10

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