Burg Gleichenstein, Medieval castle in Wachstedt, Germany.
The stone fortress stands at 459 meters elevation on Schlossberg hill between Martinfeld and Wachstedt, featuring a triangular courtyard and residential buildings.
Construction began around 1100, with Heinrich I von Gleichen rebuilding the structure between 1241 and 1246 after replacing the older Velsecke Castle.
The castle functions included serving as an administrative center for the Kurmainzische administration of Eichsfeld from 1294 to 1802 under Archbishop ownership.
Multiple hiking trails lead to the castle, including a 5-kilometer loop from Wachstedt that takes approximately 90 minutes to complete.
The castle's medieval well, rediscovered in 2019 after being sealed since the 19th century, extends to a depth of over 70 meters.
Location: Wachstedt
Inception: 1100
GPS coordinates: 51.29240,10.20640
Latest update: March 7, 2025 01:10
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