Burgruine Eberburg, castle ruin in Germany
Burgruine Eberburg is a castle ruin in Bavaria with a striking eight-sided residential tower as its main remaining feature. This tower rises approximately 16 meters (52 feet) and was once surrounded by defensive walls that enclosed an area roughly 23 by 24 meters (75 by 79 feet), with a chapel inside dedicated to John the Baptist.
The castle was built in the late 11th or early 12th century and first appears in written records in 1123. Over the centuries, the site changed owners repeatedly through sales and inheritances until its abandonment in 1536, following the construction of a new castle nearby around 1480.
The castle ruin stands above Ebermannsdorf and served as an important seat for local noble families over the centuries. The site reflects how medieval castles functioned as both defensive structures and residential centers, evidenced by the chapel dedicated to John the Baptist that once stood within its walls.
The ruins are freely accessible at any time with no tickets or permits required. The tower entrance lies about 4 meters (13 feet) above ground and was originally reached by a wooden bridge or stairs, but the interior is not open to visitors for safety reasons.
The tower's eight-sided shape was uncommon in early 12th century Germany and reflects advanced building techniques of that period. This rare geometric form is now recognized as a distinctive feature of castles from the Salier dynasty.
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