Burg Habitzheim, Medieval castle in Habitzheim, Germany.
Burg Habitzheim is a medieval fortress located in the village of Habitzheim within Otzberg municipality in Hesse. The structure features stone walls and defensive towers positioned on elevated ground that overlooks the surrounding village and landscape.
The fortress was founded in 1323 and served as a military stronghold throughout the medieval period. It later underwent various phases of expansion and modification before reaching its current form.
The fortress served as the seat of the local nobility and continues to shape the village's identity today. It stands as a physical reminder of how powerful families once controlled the region from this stronghold.
The easiest way to visit is by local bus service that regularly serves the village of Habitzheim. Parking is available nearby, making access to the fortress straightforward for those traveling by car.
From the fortress you get broad views across the Odenwald countryside and surrounding fields and forests. This vantage point was once strategically valuable and now offers visitors a quiet spot to take in the landscape.
Location: Otzberg
Inception: 1323
GPS coordinates: 49.85080,8.87828
Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:26
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