Burgruine, Medieval castle ruins in Lichtenberg, Germany
Description
Burgruine is a medieval castle ruin located on a hilltop near Lichtenberg in Bavaria. The site spreads across a large area with preserved stone walls, arches, and foundation structures that visitors can see as they explore.
History
The fortress was built around 1180 by Duke Henry the Lion to protect the region against rivals. In 1552, cannons destroyed the structure, and it was never rebuilt after that.
Culture
The name of this site reflects its role as a fortress that shaped the region for centuries. Visitors can walk through the ruins and understand how nobility lived and ruled from this elevated position.
Practical
The site is accessible by foot and offers different paths for exploring the ruins. On-site facilities include a restaurant, beer garden, and hotel for visitors who want to spend more time here.
Did you know?
The complex changed hands multiple times over the centuries, showing how contested this site was between different powers. This layered history is still visible in the way the ruins reveal different periods of construction and modification.
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