Burgruine Lichtenegg, Medieval castle ruin in Birgland, Germany
The stone remnants of Lichtenegg Castle stand on a 585-meter-high mountain, overlooking the Högenbach valley near Pommelsbrunn in Bavaria.
The castle, first documented in the Nuremberg Reichssalbüchlein around 1300, changed ownership multiple times until its destruction in the 15th century.
Archaeological discoveries reveal settlement traces from 5000 years ago, including ceramic artifacts that indicate early human presence in this region.
Visitors can freely explore the castle ruins year-round, with marked hiking trails connecting to Türkenfelsen providing different difficulty levels.
Display cases positioned in front of the ruins present archaeological findings, while the elevated location offers views extending to the Fichtel Mountains.
Location: Birgland
GPS coordinates: 49.48110,11.59300
Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:21
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