Weinsberg Castle, Castle ruin in Weinsberg, Germany
Weinsberg Castle is a castle ruin on a hilltop in the Weinsberg region of Baden-Württemberg, once positioned on an important trade route. The stone walls rise above the surrounding landscape and overlook the vineyards and fruit orchards below.
The castle experienced a major siege in 1140 during conflicts between the House of Hohenstaufen and the House of Welf. The structure was later destroyed in 1525 during the German Peasants' War.
The name Weibertreu refers to a 1140 event when women carried their husbands on their shoulders to save them from execution. This story remains central to how locals understand the castle's identity.
Visitors can reach the castle ruins via marked hiking trails that wind through surrounding vineyards and orchards in the area. The paths are well-signposted and suitable for different fitness levels.
The ruins were the site of a famous siege that demonstrated the devotion and courage of local women. This story has shaped the region for centuries and makes the place particularly meaningful to residents today.
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