Burg Staufen, Medieval castle ruins in Staufen im Breisgau, Germany
The stone remains of Burg Staufen stand at 358 meters altitude, offering views across vineyards and the surrounding Black Forest region.
The Lords of Staufen constructed this fortress between 1100 and 1200 AD on the site of a former Roman watchtower to protect silver mining operations.
The castle holds connections to Renaissance alchemy through Johann Georg Faust, who conducted experiments for Anton von Staufen before his death in 1539.
Visitors can reach the castle ruins through multiple marked trails, with the ascent taking approximately 30 minutes from the town center.
Swedish troops during the Thirty Years' War occupied the undefended castle in 1632 and set it ablaze, leading to its current state as ruins.
Location: Staufen im Breisgau
Inception: 1100
GPS coordinates: 47.88415,7.73581
Latest update: May 10, 2025 23:14
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