Hohenecken Castle

The castle spans 50 by 90 meters, featuring an upper castle, lower castle, outer ward, and a protective moat on a ridge at 315 meters elevation.

Construction began around 1200 during Emperor Friedrich Barbarossa's reign, serving as residence for the Lords of Hohenecken until French forces destroyed parts in 1689.

The castle exemplifies medieval German architecture with its massive shield wall measuring 25 meters wide and 11 meters high, representing Staufer dynasty building techniques.

Visitors can access the castle throughout the year without entrance fees, with parking available at Burgherrenhalle on Forststrasse 2a in Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken.

The pentagonal bergfried tower and remaining fortifications provide views of Landstuhl quarry and surrounding landscapes, particularly visible during winter months.

Location: Hohenecken

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Website: http://stauferburg-hohenecken.de

GPS coordinates: 49.41470,7.70111

Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:55