Burg Hohenberg an der Eger, Medieval castle in Hohenberg an der Eger, Bavaria, Germany
Burg Hohenberg an der Eger occupies a rocky hill above the river and features five towers of different shapes arranged in a hexagonal pattern. The complex includes several interior buildings that served residential, administrative, and storage functions over time.
The fortress appeared in written records during the 12th century when it guarded a strategically important mountain pass. It served as a key stronghold under the local rulers before evolving into an administrative seat in later periods.
The castle's transformation into an administrative and residential space is visible in its layered architecture, where military features blend with later refinements added over centuries. Visitors can sense how the fortress adapted its purpose while maintaining its defensive position on the hill.
The grounds are accessible during daylight hours, with a parking area accommodating around 20 vehicles, some reserved for visitors with mobility concerns. Access is on foot via the hill, though the path involves some elevation changes.
Four stone columns in front of the fortification mark the historical Free Mountain area, where medieval people could seek protection under specific laws. These monuments preserve the memory of this lesser-known protective function that the site once provided.
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