Burg Sinsheim

Burg Sinsheim is a medieval castle in the old town of Sinsheim situated on an elevated area. The remains of the stone walls today form the center of a public green space where visitors can see archaeological finds and foundations.

The castle served as the seat of rulers from the 12th century onward and was destroyed during the Thirty Years War. After this destruction it was not rebuilt and gradually fell into ruin.

The name comes from the Sinsheim family who ruled the area for centuries and shaped its identity. Today the remaining foundations and archaeological finds reflect this medieval lordship and its regional importance.

The castle grounds are freely accessible and offer a short walk through the medieval town landscape. The best conditions for exploring come on dry days when the paths around the ruins are clearly walkable.

A historic engraving by Matthaeus Merian shows one of the towers and is the only surviving visual record of the original building. This rare document gives insight into the architecture before the war changed everything.