Burg Hauenstein

Burg Hauenstein is a medieval castle in Krombach with preserved stone wall foundations and an underground vaulted cellar system. The ruins sit on a raised plateau and clearly show the original layout of this fortified structure.

Knight Werner Kolling built this fortress in the 14th century on the hilltop. King Ruprecht destroyed it in 1405, and it was abandoned shortly after.

The site reveals how medieval nobility lived here, visible in the layout of rooms and the way stone structures were built to divide spaces. Visitors walking through can sense the arrangement of daily life from centuries ago.

The site is reached by walking along an old historic path that leads to the ruins. Wear sturdy shoes since the ground has uneven spots and loose stone sections.

Excavations found evidence of an extra defensive line that once protected the main structure and is still visible today. This double protection was typical for fortified noble estates of that era.