Burg Steinebach, castle
Burg Steinebach is a water castle in the town of Steinebach an der Wied, situated on flat terrain and surrounded by a moat, with its distinctive tall tower still standing today. The structure displays a simple rectangular form with thick stone walls and narrow window openings that originally served defensive purposes, and is preserved today as ruins.
The castle was first mentioned in 1311 and was originally owned by a knight named Dietmar, who used it to protect and manage his lands. By the 15th century it was shared among multiple families, but declined from the 16th century onward and was eventually purchased by the town of Steinebach in 1983, followed by major stabilization work between 1985 and 1987.
Burg Steinebach takes its name from the Steinebach family, who shared ownership of the castle in the 15th century alongside related families and left their mark on the place. Today it serves as a local landmark for regional history and is seen by residents as part of their cultural identity, with local stories of knights and past events still told.
The castle is easily reached by car, with parking available along nearby roads and access from the main road B8 via a small bridge from the east. The site has no modern visitor facilities or guided tours, which keeps it a quiet place for those wanting to spend time with history and open nature.
The moat surrounding the castle is a rare feature for medieval fortifications in this region and shows the influence of water-based defensive structures in local building methods. Between 1985 and 1987 the ruins were deliberately stabilized to slow decay, which keeps the original form clearly visible today.
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