Burg Heimhof, Medieval castle and archaeological site in Ursensollen, Germany.
Burg Heimhof is a castle complex sitting on a mountain spur in the Hausener Valley with three-story buildings and towers at its corners. The structure combines medieval fortifications with later modifications that shape the valley's profile distinctly.
The complex originated around 1331 as a fief from Kloster Kastl and was converted into a residence in the 16th century. This transformation reflected the shift from pure fortress to residential palace.
The castle displays regional building traditions of Upper Palatinate with its characteristic stone and timber construction. The complex shapes the landscape of the Hausener Valley and remains visible from outside.
The site is privately owned and accessible to the public only from outside. A walk around the structure on valley hiking paths offers good views of the facades and surrounding terrain.
Beneath the castle courtyard lies a deep well with hidden passages that served as escape routes during medieval sieges. These underground connections reveal the strategic importance the fortress held during periods of conflict.
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