Burg Lohra, Medieval castle in Großlohra, Germany
The castle complex spans ten hectares, divided into three sections: the medieval core castle, the outer bailey, and extensive grounds with orchards.
First documented in 1116, Burg Lohra served as residence for the counts of Lare who maintained strong connections with the Staufer dynasty.
The castle features a double chapel where the upper floor served nobility while the lower level accommodated common residents during religious services.
The castle offers group accommodations in multiple buildings, including the Donkey Driver Houses with capacity for 32 people and shared kitchen facilities.
The castle stands on a mountain spur at 410 meters elevation, providing views across the Hainleite ridge and surrounding protected landscape area.
Location: Großlohra
GPS coordinates: 51.41390,10.63030
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:44
Thuringia contains a notable variety of historic sites, from medieval castles on wooded heights to baroque palaces in landscaped parks. The region preserves Romanesque monastic complexes such as Paulinzella, Renaissance residences including Wilhelmsburg in Schmalkalden, and significant collections like the Lindenau Museum in Altenburg. Beyond architectural landmarks, Thuringia offers geological features: the Saalfeld Fairy Grottoes are considered the most colorful show mine in the world, the Barbarossa Cave near Rottleben is one of Europe's largest anhydrite caves, and the Morassina healing caves in Schmiedefeld have served therapeutic purposes since the 19th century. Cultural institutions range from technical museums such as the Ziegenrück hydroelectric power museum to the Apolda bell foundry museum and botanical installations like the Japanese garden in Bad Langensalza. Historic transportation systems including the Oberweissbach mountain railway, which has covered a vertical rise of 1,060 feet (323 meters) since 1923, complement the offerings. Natural monuments such as the Dragon Gorge near Eisenach, a narrow ravine with rock walls reaching 33 feet (10 meters) in height, and viewpoints like Leuchtenburg above the Saale valley combine natural and cultural experiences.
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War memorial Niedergebra
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