Burg Greene, Medieval castle ruins in Greene Einbeck, Germany.
Burg Greene is a medieval castle ruin set on a hilltop in the village of Greene, near Einbeck in Lower Saxony. Portions of the original outer walls still stand, and a rebuilt keep along with an archway lead into the upper part of the fortification.
The castle was founded in 1308 by the lords of Homburg as a fortification in the region. In 1499, it passed to the Welfs following a payment, which shifted control of the area for good.
The name of the castle comes from the village of Greene that sits just below the hill. The rebuilt tower stands out from a distance and draws walkers who use the ruins as a resting point with a view over the surrounding countryside.
The grounds are open during the day and have walking paths that give good views over the Leinetal valley. The keep may not always be open, so it is worth checking conditions before you go.
Between 1953 and 1961, the keep was used as a memorial for German war prisoners, and millions of signatures were gathered there calling for their return home. This chapter is largely forgotten today, though it gave the ruins a meaning that went far beyond their medieval origins.
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