Burgruine Hohenstein, Medieval castle ruin in Kirchensittenbach, Germany.
The stone remnants of Hohenstein Castle stand at 917 meters elevation, displaying features of medieval fortification architecture against the Franconian landscape.
The castle's first documented mention dates to 1163, when it served as a strategic outpost under the command of guard Sicolinus.
The structure represents medieval Bavarian defensive architecture through its remaining walls, towers, and internal chambers that follow regional construction patterns.
Visitors reach the castle ruins by following marked hiking trails through the surrounding forest, with information panels explaining the site's features.
The castle transferred between multiple ruling families, including the Sulzbacher counts, Hohenstaufen dynasty, and Wittelsbach family before becoming Nuremberg's administrative center.
Location: Kirchensittenbach
Location: Hohenstein
Elevation above the sea: 917 m
Part of: Cultural heritage D-5-6434-0028 in Kirchensittenbach
Address: In Hohenstein
GPS coordinates: 49.58658,11.42225
Latest update: May 11, 2025 07:31
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