Hohenburg Castle

Hohenburg Castle consists of stone fortification remnants on Schlossberg, rising roughly 325 meters above the surrounding landscape with sturdy defensive walls and a deep surrounding ditch. The site displays typical features of medieval military architecture with its solid structures that still convey their protective purpose today.

The site was first recorded in 1146 and served as a residence for the Counts of Homburg until it passed to Nassau-Saarbrücken rule in 1449. This transfer marked a turning point in local governance as control shifted to a new ruling house.

The name comes from its elevated position, and the fortress shaped how the town below developed as a seat of local authority for centuries. Today the ruins remain a visual landmark that connects residents and visitors to the region's past.

Visitors reach the castle grounds using marked walking paths that include a spiral staircase with views across the city and surrounding region. Wear sturdy shoes since the paths can be uneven and parts of the ruins are not paved.

The castle sits above one of Europe's largest artificial mottled sandstone caves, containing twelve levels of corridors and domed halls carved into the rock. Few visitors realize this underground network exists beneath the ruins they walk on, adding a hidden dimension to the site's character.

Location: Homburg

GPS coordinates: 49.32100,7.34483

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:00