Burgruine Hofberg, Castle ruin in Greding, Germany.
Burgruine Hofberg is a medieval castle complex near Greding featuring five corner towers and defensive walls built over several periods. The site contains a gatehouse and chapel remains, with two separate wall rings that were added at different times to strengthen the fortification.
The castle was founded in the early 13th century by the Lords of Mässing and passed to the Teutonic Order in 1285 after the family line ended. Later, in the final decades of the 15th century, it underwent major defensive reinforcements under episcopal control.
The site served as a retreat for Prince-Bishops who spent their summer months here exercising authority over the surrounding lands. It remains a symbol in the region of ecclesiastical power and noble rule.
The climb to the ruins follows a hiking trail with approximately 200 steps starting from Obermässing near the Grüner Baum restaurant, taking about 30 minutes on foot. The site is best viewed during midday hours when southern sunlight reveals the full structure and layout of the fortification.
The fortification has an unusual five-sided shape that is rare among medieval castles and gives it a distinctive outline when viewed from below. This geometric feature made it a notable example of defensive architecture design for its era.
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