Burgruine Dreienburg, castle ruin
Burgruine Dreienburg is a castle ruin in the Kuppenrhön located on a steep mountain ridge surrounded by sharp slopes. The site shows the remains of a square tower measuring about 28 feet (8.5 meters) on each side, along with scattered wall fragments and a protective ditch that once encircled the fortification.
The castle likely arose during the 1200s as a fortification built by Hersfeld Abbey and first appeared in written records in 1257 when Hartwig de Dringenberg was noted as its owner. The structure began to decay after the late 1500s and was marked on maps as a ruin by 1592.
The castle once served as a symbol of the Hersfeld Abbey's authority over the surrounding territory. Today the ruins represent a period when such fortifications shaped how local communities organized their lives and sought protection.
The site is freely accessible at any time and reached on foot through a short walk in the woods from a parking area. There are no facilities at the location, so bring water and plan your visit during daylight hours.
The name Dreienburg refers to the three distinct peaks of the mountain that are visible from a distance. The area is rich in rare plants such as orchids and silver thistle that grow only on the limestone soil found here.
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