Burg Gießen, Medieval castle in Kressbronn am Bodensee, Germany.
Description
Burg Gießen is a medieval fortress in Kressbronn am Bodensee featuring an irregular hexagonal defensive wall with round towers. The Gothic residential section with its stepped gables forms the main living quarters of the fortified complex.
History
The fortress originated before 1250 and underwent major reconstruction between 1482 and 1486 with enhanced fortifications. A moat fed by a canal from the Laimnau river reinforced the defensive capabilities at that time.
Culture
The castle today hosts small cultural gatherings such as readings and concerts for the community. Through these events, the place remains connected to local life and regional traditions.
Practical
The property is privately owned and inhabited, so visits must be arranged in advance. Group visits are possible with prior coordination and registration with the owners.
Did you know?
The entrance tower contains five distinct chambers and a terrace that were rescued through restoration work. This preservation project saved the structure from collapse and restored it to usable condition.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Kressbronn am Bodensee).
Hängebrücke über die Argen
4.4 km
Drackenstein
3 km
Tettnang Castle
4.9 km
Burgruine Altsummerau
3.1 km
Altes Schloss
5 km
Hofanlage Milz
4.6 km
Schlösslepark
3.9 km
Argen
2 km
Berger Weiher
2 km
Argenaue Reutenen
5 km
Loretokapelle
4.6 km
Davidskäpfle (Rattenweiler)
2.6 km
Birkenweiher
2.5 km
Geowanderweg Tettnang
2.7 km
Lenensburg
650 m
Georgskapelle (Tettnang)
5 km
Höhe 493,8 südlich Tettnang bei Schäferhof
3.7 km
Seenplatte und Hügelland südlich der Argen und Nonnenbachtal (2 Teilgebiete)
3 km
Bodenseeuferlandschaft östlich Friedrichshafen
4 km
Schachried
3.6 km
Tettnanger Wald mit Hochwacht, Krüntenbühl, Reichenbühl, Argenhardter Kopf, Schoos und Steilrand des Argentales an dem Schwandenbogen
2.4 km
Schönmoos
2.5 km
Hirrensee
4.7 km
Eiszeitliche Ränder des Argentals mit Argenaue
395 m
Loderhof-Weiher
5 km
Argen und Feuchtgebiete bei Neukirch und Langnau
3.5 km
Antoniuskapelle
4.6 km
St. Wendelin, Oberdorf
2.2 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