Burgruine Stierberg
Burgruine Stierberg, Medieval castle ruins in Betzenstein, Germany
The stone ruins stand on a rocky ridge at 580 meters elevation, consisting of an upper castle and a lower castle with defensive walls.
First mentioned in 1187, the castle belonged to various nobles until 1553 when Margrave Albrecht Alcibiades conquered and burned it during the Second Margrave War.
The architectural remnants display medieval construction techniques through preserved sections of defensive walls, a round tower, and an artificial cave system.
The upper castle area remains open for public visits, while the lower castle section belongs to private owners and requires advance permission for access.
An underground cave network beneath the upper castle features multiple entrances and served as both storage space and defensive structure during medieval times.
Location: Betzenstein
Part of: Cultural heritage D-4-6334-0075 in Betzenstein
GPS coordinates: 49.67750,11.38800
Latest update: March 4, 2025 08:00
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